Landmark

United States Capitol

Washington DC, United States

Set inWashington DC, United States

Climate30–90°F

CurrencyUSD

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC-05:00

On the map

Map showing the location of United States Capitol

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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Sep–Nov. Go in Aug for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightNov · 53%

WarmestJul · 90°F

WettestFeb

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

United States Capitol: the white dome rising behind leafy trees and a green lawn

The seat of Congress has anchored the eastern end of the National Mall since 1800, its cast-iron dome visible from nearly anywhere in the city.

Know before you go

Free guided tours run through the Capitol Visitor Center but require advance reservations
Same-day tickets are limited, so book online a few weeks ahead if a tour is a priority
The West Front lawn is the spot for the classic dome photo, especially early morning before crowds build

Pairs well with

George Peabody Library

Gettysburg Battlefield

Frequently asked questions

Where is United States Capitol?

United States Capitol is in Washington DC, United States.

What is United States Capitol known for?

The seat of Congress has anchored the eastern end of the National Mall since 1800, its cast-iron dome visible from nearly anywhere in the city.

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