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DC has a pretty regular four-season climate. When students arrive in late August, it is still very hot and muggy, and the weather stays warm until late fall when the cold front moves in. Winters are pretty cold, and most get caught off-guard by the powerful winds that can tunnel through the city. Remember to bring a wool or down coat, sweaters, long pants, and boots. In the fall and spring, students wear jeans, Capri pants, and light jackets. But get ready for some hot, hot summers when planning to stay in DC. The humidity and heat can be unbearable, so take a dip in the Hall on Virginia Avenue’s rooftop pool or City Hall’s pool to cool off, or hope your internship office is air-conditioned (don’t worry, dorms are).

Bring a variety of clothing to GW—pants, shorts, T-shirts, long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, jackets, and coats. You’ll need it all. And don’t forget an umbrella—rain is pretty common in the District.
 

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JakeM7

Anthropology and Archaeology '15

4.2

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Weather

The weather is usually warmer on campus compared to other locations during the summer because of fairly high humidity. Although this usually does not happen until the spring semester concludes. During the 2011 winter there were only a few light snow storms.

May 16, 2012

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flyawayhoneybee

Clinical Psychology and Counseling '11

4.2

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Beautiful but Unpredictable

DC is known for it's unpredictable weather during the changing of the seasons- on one occasion, it snowed on Monday and was 70 degrees on Tuesday! However, you cannot ask for a more beautiful springtime. When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, you can smell them throughout the whole city!

May 01, 2012

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kemba

International Relations and National Security Studies '14

3.5

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Windy

We are near the river so it's always a little cooler. Can be very rainy at times. some snow depends on the year.

Apr 04, 2012

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The gorgeous city A look at the cherry blossoms against the city backdrop.

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Campus Beauty

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Campus Beauty The cherry blossoms are everywhere!

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The Fountain Here's a look at the fountain on campus.

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