City break central: 10 of the USA's best urban escapes

Few countries in the world, if any, can match the diversity, colour, and vibe of America's cities. It's not a question of if there's an American city for your ideal urban escape, more a question of which one.

The USA's most exciting cities to visit
The USA's most exciting cities to visit © Eyetronic - Fotolia.com

We all know about the world famous attractions of the Golden Gate Bridge and Broadway, but what about kayaking with dolphins, drinking world class craft beers in rooftop bars, or learning to surf in the city? Read on to find the right US city for you in 2019.

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1. Atlanta

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR) & Manchester (MAN)
  • Flight time: 10 hours
  • When to go: June
  • The right city for: buzzy Southern charm

This is a city that rose phoenix-like from the ashes after General Sherman's forces torched it back in 1864.

The rebirth has been impressive and the eclectic home city of Martin Luther King Jr and Coca-Cola boasts an urban buzz that ripples through its superb restaurants, renowned hip-hop culture and burgeoning movie scene. This is the 'Hollywood of the South' after all.

Take Atlanta's pulse at Ponce City Market, with its swathe of stalls and eating joints. It's also easy to see why Atlanta earns the epithet 'The City in the Forest' as a third of it's shrouded in trees and the locals like nothing better than getting active in nature.

Join them strolling or cycling on the Atlanta Beltline, which wraps its green tentacles for 22 miles around Atlanta.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
50°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Atlanta50
55°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Atlanta55
64°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Atlanta64
73°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Atlanta73
79°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Atlanta79
86°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Atlanta86
88°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Atlanta88
88°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Atlanta88
82°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Atlanta82
73°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Atlanta73
63°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Atlanta63
54°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Atlanta54
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
12 days with some rainfall in January in Atlanta12
10 days with some rainfall in February in Atlanta10
11 days with some rainfall in March in Atlanta11
8 days with some rainfall in April in Atlanta8
9 days with some rainfall in May in Atlanta9
10 days with some rainfall in June in Atlanta10
12 days with some rainfall in July in Atlanta12
9 days with some rainfall in August in Atlanta9
8 days with some rainfall in September in Atlanta8
6 days with some rainfall in October in Atlanta6
9 days with some rainfall in November in Atlanta9
10 days with some rainfall in December in Atlanta10

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2. Boston

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR) all year & Manchester (MAN) throughout summer
  • Flight time: 7.5 hours
  • When to go: June, July & August
  • The right city for: history lovers and cultured souls

This stately east coaster is one big history lesson and its reputation as the birthplace of American democracy is well earned.

This is the city of the Boston Tea Party, after all. Boston was one of the first settlements in the USA to emerge and today its grand red-brick streets are awash with heritage.

Historic Acorn Street in the Beacon Hill district, Boston
Historic Acorn Street in the Beacon Hill district, Boston © f11photo - Fotolia.com

You could spend weeks exploring the rich layers of history. A highlight is the Freedom Trail, which sweeps through 16 historical sights in less than three miles.

Boston is a cultured, learned place and is, of course, home to Harvard, just one of around 50 colleges and universities. The seafood restaurants, famed craft beer breweries, and bountiful shops await those seeking less cerebral pursuits.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
34°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Boston34
37°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Boston37
46°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Boston46
57°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Boston57
68°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Boston68
77°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Boston77
82°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Boston82
81°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Boston81
73°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Boston73
63°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Boston63
52°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Boston52
39°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Boston39
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
11 days with some rainfall in January in Boston11
10 days with some rainfall in February in Boston10
11 days with some rainfall in March in Boston11
11 days with some rainfall in April in Boston11
11 days with some rainfall in May in Boston11
11 days with some rainfall in June in Boston11
9 days with some rainfall in July in Boston9
10 days with some rainfall in August in Boston10
8 days with some rainfall in September in Boston8
9 days with some rainfall in October in Boston9
11 days with some rainfall in November in Boston11
12 days with some rainfall in December in Boston12
Sea temperature °F
39°F sea temperature in January in Boston39
37°F sea temperature in February in Boston37
37°F sea temperature in March in Boston37
41°F sea temperature in April in Boston41
48°F sea temperature in May in Boston48
57°F sea temperature in June in Boston57
64°F sea temperature in July in Boston64
64°F sea temperature in August in Boston64
61°F sea temperature in September in Boston61
55°F sea temperature in October in Boston55
48°F sea temperature in November in Boston48
45°F sea temperature in December in Boston45

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3. Las Vegas

  • Depart from: London Gatwick (LGW) although this will be moving to London Heathrow from 31 March 2019 & Manchester (MAN)
  • Flight time: 11 hours
  • When to go: April & October
  • The right city for: gamblers and thrill-seekers

There's only one Las Vegas, so strap in and the thrill-a-minute ride. Fortunes are won and lost in the casinos, which are not just all about roulette wheels and poker decks as they are real nightlife, eating and drinking hubs.

If you want to chance your luck you have come to the right city, but you don't need to trouble your bank manager either if you just want to just take all the infectious drama in.

Bursting beyond the casinos, Las Vegas is a great base for thrill-seeking out in the spectacular wilds that surround the city.

How about enjoying a breathtaking helicopter ride over and into the famous Grand Canyon? Or getting right in amongst nature bashing along the Colorado River whitewater rafting?

Swirl in horse riding, hiking, and biking, and you won't be gambling on having a good time in the great outdoors here.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
57°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Las Vegas57
64°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Las Vegas64
70°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Las Vegas70
77°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Las Vegas77
88°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Las Vegas88
99°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Las Vegas99
106°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Las Vegas106
102°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Las Vegas102
95°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Las Vegas95
82°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Las Vegas82
68°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Las Vegas68
57°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Las Vegas57
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
3 days with some rainfall in January in Las Vegas3
3 days with some rainfall in February in Las Vegas3
3 days with some rainfall in March in Las Vegas3
2 days with some rainfall in April in Las Vegas2
2 days with some rainfall in May in Las Vegas2
1 day with some rainfall in June in Las Vegas1
2 days with some rainfall in July in Las Vegas2
3 days with some rainfall in August in Las Vegas3
2 days with some rainfall in September in Las Vegas2
2 days with some rainfall in October in Las Vegas2
2 days with some rainfall in November in Las Vegas2
3 days with some rainfall in December in Las Vegas3

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4. Los Angeles

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Flight time: 11 hours
  • When to go: April, June, July & August
  • The right city for: fans in search of A-listers and Hollywood glamour

LA is a city that is both impossible to ignore and equally impossible to define. What's without doubt is that it continues to attract some of the most famous people in the world, who enjoy the buzz of life and the unmistakable glamour that you too can tap into.

Stroll the Hollywood Walk of Fame or getting behind the scenes on a tour of Universal Studios Hollywood.

Los Angeles California, City of Angels
Los Angeles California, City of Angels © Chones - Fotolia.com

The City of Angels boasts more than just stars. How about learning to surf in one of the city's surf schools and then taking on the breaks of famous Venice Beach?

Or how about making the most of your luggage allowance with a trip to one of the city's giant shopping malls? Whatever you savour world-class Californian wines and a diverse foodie scene await afterwards.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
68°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Los Angeles68
68°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Los Angeles68
70°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Los Angeles70
72°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Los Angeles72
73°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Los Angeles73
79°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Los Angeles79
84°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Los Angeles84
86°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Los Angeles86
82°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Los Angeles82
79°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Los Angeles79
72°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Los Angeles72
68°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Los Angeles68
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
5 days with some rainfall in January in Los Angeles5
5 days with some rainfall in February in Los Angeles5
6 days with some rainfall in March in Los Angeles6
3 days with some rainfall in April in Los Angeles3
1 day with some rainfall in May in Los Angeles1
0 days with some rainfall in June in Los Angeles0
0 days with some rainfall in July in Los Angeles0
1 day with some rainfall in August in Los Angeles1
2 days with some rainfall in September in Los Angeles2
2 days with some rainfall in October in Los Angeles2
4 days with some rainfall in November in Los Angeles4
5 days with some rainfall in December in Los Angeles5

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5. Miami

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Flight time: 10
  • When to go: April & May
  • The right city for: serious party people

What could be more refined than sipping a cocktail on Ocean Drive in the shadow of an art deco hotel as a Ferrari eases past beneath the swaying palms and bountiful sands of South Beach?

Miami is a serious party hub with Miami Beach the oasis that is the heart of the action. Think poolside bars, chic restaurants and pumping nightclubs.

Hotel on Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida
Hotel on Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida © Ucumari Photography - Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Much of Miami's nightlife bursts from its Latin American population. Delve further on a tour of Little Havana as you savour the best Cuban cuisine outside Cuba.

A guided tour of Miami Beach's art deco gems tempts too, while beyond the city boundaries the Everglades and their alligators await.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
75°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Miami75
75°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Miami75
77°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Miami77
81°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Miami81
84°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Miami84
86°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Miami86
88°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Miami88
88°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Miami88
88°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Miami88
84°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Miami84
81°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Miami81
75°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Miami75
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
7 days with some rainfall in January in Miami7
6 days with some rainfall in February in Miami6
6 days with some rainfall in March in Miami6
5 days with some rainfall in April in Miami5
11 days with some rainfall in May in Miami11
16 days with some rainfall in June in Miami16
16 days with some rainfall in July in Miami16
18 days with some rainfall in August in Miami18
17 days with some rainfall in September in Miami17
14 days with some rainfall in October in Miami14
9 days with some rainfall in November in Miami9
6 days with some rainfall in December in Miami6
Sea temperature °F
75°F sea temperature in January in Miami75
75°F sea temperature in February in Miami75
75°F sea temperature in March in Miami75
77°F sea temperature in April in Miami77
81°F sea temperature in May in Miami81
82°F sea temperature in June in Miami82
84°F sea temperature in July in Miami84
86°F sea temperature in August in Miami86
84°F sea temperature in September in Miami84
82°F sea temperature in October in Miami82
79°F sea temperature in November in Miami79
77°F sea temperature in December in Miami77

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6. New York

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR) to New York (JFK) & Newark (EWR); Manchester (MAN) to New York (JFK)
  • Flight time: 8 hours
  • When to go: June, July & August
  • The right city for: everyone, anyone and the rest

The Big Apple has a large chunk of what you want waiting for you no matter your tastes.

It's all here, from the iconic Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building, through to premieres on Broadway and gigs at Madison Square Garden, and on to world-class restaurants and some of the most thrilling retail therapy on the planet.

America's truly global mega city, the ultimate city break destination, never disappoints.

Midtown Manhattan - just part of New York's inimitable skyline
Midtown Manhattan - just part of New York's inimitable skyline © Kmiragaya - Fotolia.com

New York feels like one giant movie set, alive with unforgettable experiences. You stroll through Central Park, catch that view of the epic skyline from the Staten Island Ferry and have your senses blown away in Times Square.

One of the most remarkable things about NYC is that it constantly offers little surprises, like beaches nearby, superb dirt cheap fast food joints and lots of chances to save a buck or two when you follow the locals.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
37°F maximum daytime temperature in January in New York City37
39°F maximum daytime temperature in February in New York City39
48°F maximum daytime temperature in March in New York City48
61°F maximum daytime temperature in April in New York City61
70°F maximum daytime temperature in May in New York City70
79°F maximum daytime temperature in June in New York City79
84°F maximum daytime temperature in July in New York City84
82°F maximum daytime temperature in August in New York City82
75°F maximum daytime temperature in September in New York City75
64°F maximum daytime temperature in October in New York City64
54°F maximum daytime temperature in November in New York City54
43°F maximum daytime temperature in December in New York City43
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
10 days with some rainfall in January in New York City10
10 days with some rainfall in February in New York City10
11 days with some rainfall in March in New York City11
11 days with some rainfall in April in New York City11
11 days with some rainfall in May in New York City11
10 days with some rainfall in June in New York City10
9 days with some rainfall in July in New York City9
9 days with some rainfall in August in New York City9
8 days with some rainfall in September in New York City8
7 days with some rainfall in October in New York City7
10 days with some rainfall in November in New York City10
11 days with some rainfall in December in New York City11
Sea temperature °F
41°F sea temperature in January in New York City41
39°F sea temperature in February in New York City39
39°F sea temperature in March in New York City39
45°F sea temperature in April in New York City45
54°F sea temperature in May in New York City54
63°F sea temperature in June in New York City63
70°F sea temperature in July in New York City70
72°F sea temperature in August in New York City72
70°F sea temperature in September in New York City70
63°F sea temperature in October in New York City63
54°F sea temperature in November in New York City54
46°F sea temperature in December in New York City46

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7. Orlando

  • Depart from: London Gatwick (LGW) & Manchester (MAN) all year round plus summer flights from Belfast (BFS) & Glasgow (GLA)
  • Flight time: 9.5 hours
  • When to go: March & April
  • The right city for: families and theme park lovers

No wonder Orlando is renowned as the 'Theme Park Capital of the World'. This Florida hub is the ideal base for exploring the world's most famous theme parks and water parks.

They are all here: in particular, Walt Disney World (with its range of parks) and Universal Studios Orlando (with its choice too) are global icons. The list goes on and on. Handily all are easily accessible from Orlando.

You could spend weeks at the theme parks and still not cover everything, but there's plenty in and around Orlando to keep you busy too. The city boasts a great choice of restaurants these days, as well as parks and museums to explore.

Getting out and about in Orlando is also a great way to glean local advice on new attractions and insider tips on getting the most out of the theme parks.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
70°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Orlando70
72°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Orlando72
77°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Orlando77
82°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Orlando82
88°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Orlando88
90°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Orlando90
91°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Orlando91
91°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Orlando91
90°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Orlando90
84°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Orlando84
77°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Orlando77
73°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Orlando73
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
7 days with some rainfall in January in Orlando7
7 days with some rainfall in February in Orlando7
7 days with some rainfall in March in Orlando7
4 days with some rainfall in April in Orlando4
9 days with some rainfall in May in Orlando9
14 days with some rainfall in June in Orlando14
16 days with some rainfall in July in Orlando16
16 days with some rainfall in August in Orlando16
13 days with some rainfall in September in Orlando13
8 days with some rainfall in October in Orlando8
7 days with some rainfall in November in Orlando7
6 days with some rainfall in December in Orlando6

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8. San Francisco

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR) & Manchester (MAN)
  • Flight time: 11 hours
  • When to go: September
  • The right city for: west coast historical charm by the ocean

You'll feel you've been to San Francisco even if it's your first visit as its icons are seared across the global consciousness.

This Pacific Ocean charmer sports the Golden Gate Bridge, the notorious prison island of Alcatraz, and those rumbling streetcars you've seen in a million movies. You can explore this rich tapestry of history in the city's wealth of museums and galleries.

The famous Hyde Street cable car, San Francisco
The famous Hyde Street cable car, San Francisco © Tono Balaguer - Fotolia.com

San Francisco is a cultural melting pot too, and you won't forget the sights, sounds, and flavours of Chinatown in a hurry.

Or the myriad flavours of Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market in what today is a serious foodie destination. Some of the best wine touring in the world awaits in the Napa Valley, which is teasingly close, as are beaches for swimming and surfing.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
55°F maximum daytime temperature in January in San Francisco55
61°F maximum daytime temperature in February in San Francisco61
61°F maximum daytime temperature in March in San Francisco61
63°F maximum daytime temperature in April in San Francisco63
64°F maximum daytime temperature in May in San Francisco64
66°F maximum daytime temperature in June in San Francisco66
68°F maximum daytime temperature in July in San Francisco68
68°F maximum daytime temperature in August in San Francisco68
72°F maximum daytime temperature in September in San Francisco72
70°F maximum daytime temperature in October in San Francisco70
63°F maximum daytime temperature in November in San Francisco63
57°F maximum daytime temperature in December in San Francisco57
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
10 days with some rainfall in January in San Francisco10
9 days with some rainfall in February in San Francisco9
11 days with some rainfall in March in San Francisco11
6 days with some rainfall in April in San Francisco6
3 days with some rainfall in May in San Francisco3
1 day with some rainfall in June in San Francisco1
1 day with some rainfall in July in San Francisco1
1 day with some rainfall in August in San Francisco1
2 days with some rainfall in September in San Francisco2
4 days with some rainfall in October in San Francisco4
8 days with some rainfall in November in San Francisco8
10 days with some rainfall in December in San Francisco10
Sea temperature °F
52°F sea temperature in January in San Francisco52
52°F sea temperature in February in San Francisco52
54°F sea temperature in March in San Francisco54
54°F sea temperature in April in San Francisco54
52°F sea temperature in May in San Francisco52
54°F sea temperature in June in San Francisco54
55°F sea temperature in July in San Francisco55
57°F sea temperature in August in San Francisco57
57°F sea temperature in September in San Francisco57
57°F sea temperature in October in San Francisco57
55°F sea temperature in November in San Francisco55
54°F sea temperature in December in San Francisco54

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9. Seattle

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Flight time: 9.5 hours
  • When to go: July
  • The right city for: hipsters and cool city slickers

Arguably the coolest city in the country is where the big tech companies choose to settle, and both Google and Apple have a big presence here, and Amazon calls it home.

Hipsters flock to the lively centre in search of some of the finest coffee in the country at the original Starbucks, while the rich counterculture scene that fires the city's creativity remains very much intact. Take Seattle's pulse with a gig; this is the city that spawned Nirvana and grunge, after all.

One of Seattle's chief charms is its idyllic setting in America's spectacular Northwest. Washington State is known as 'The Evergreen State' for good reason as it's an oasis of mountains, rugged coastline and islands.

You can set off to explore it on two feet, two wheels or - most dramatically - in a kayak where you can spot dolphins or whales with Seattle coffee still coursing through your veins. Remarkably, over 40% of Seattle's city area is water.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
45°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Seattle45
50°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Seattle50
54°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Seattle54
57°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Seattle57
64°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Seattle64
70°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Seattle70
75°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Seattle75
75°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Seattle75
70°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Seattle70
61°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Seattle61
52°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Seattle52
46°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Seattle46
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
18 days with some rainfall in January in Seattle18
15 days with some rainfall in February in Seattle15
16 days with some rainfall in March in Seattle16
13 days with some rainfall in April in Seattle13
11 days with some rainfall in May in Seattle11
9 days with some rainfall in June in Seattle9
5 days with some rainfall in July in Seattle5
6 days with some rainfall in August in Seattle6
9 days with some rainfall in September in Seattle9
12 days with some rainfall in October in Seattle12
17 days with some rainfall in November in Seattle17
18 days with some rainfall in December in Seattle18

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Read more: How to spend 48 hours in Seattle

10. Washington DC

  • Depart from: London Heathrow (LHR)
  • Flight time: 8.5 hours
  • When to go: June
  • The right city for: politicos

If you've ever been entranced by the drama of events swirling around the epic White House imagine actually standing right in front of the epicentre of American power.

Washington is awash with sites of political or historical significance, from the Washington Monument and Capitol Hill, to the National Museum of American History, where you can dig deep into American culture and heritage with lighter exhibits like Dorothy's original slippers from the Wizard of Oz.

The United States Capitol in the heart of Washington DC
The United States Capitol in the heart of Washington DC © Amanda Walker - Wikimedia CC BY 2.0

Washington these days offers much more than politics. The many museums include the National Air and Space Museum and the curious International Spy Museum.

Forget intrigue as you follow the gentle exertions of giant pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian at the National Zoological Park, plus the 20,000 other residents.

As the sun sets head for one of the rooftop bars that have been big news in recent years offering views to go with your locally brewed craft beers.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
41°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Washington41
45°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Washington45
55°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Washington55
66°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Washington66
75°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Washington75
84°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Washington84
88°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Washington88
86°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Washington86
79°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Washington79
68°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Washington68
57°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Washington57
46°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Washington46
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
10 days with some rainfall in January in Washington10
10 days with some rainfall in February in Washington10
10 days with some rainfall in March in Washington10
10 days with some rainfall in April in Washington10
11 days with some rainfall in May in Washington11
10 days with some rainfall in June in Washington10
10 days with some rainfall in July in Washington10
9 days with some rainfall in August in Washington9
7 days with some rainfall in September in Washington7
7 days with some rainfall in October in Washington7
9 days with some rainfall in November in Washington9
9 days with some rainfall in December in Washington9

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Robin McKelvie

Robin McKelvie

Robin McKelvie is a Scottish travel writer, author and broadcaster. He has visited over 100 countries and regularly writes about Scotland and the Canary Islands. As well as frequently contributing to Weather2Travel.com, Robin writes for publications including The Telegraph, The Independent, The Guardian, The Times and Wanderlust, and has authored more than 30 guidebooks.

Posted on Wednesday 28th November 2018 in: City Culture North America Virgin Atlantic

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