Best time to visit the USA

The best time to visit the USA (Washington) is in May based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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Top USA destinations

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When is the best time to visit USA?

The best time to visit the USA (Washington) is in May based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 5°C maximum daytime temperature in January in USA (Washington)5
    Jan
  • 7°C maximum daytime temperature in February in USA (Washington)7
    Feb
  • 13°C maximum daytime temperature in March in USA (Washington)13
    Mar
  • 19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in USA (Washington)19
    Apr
  • 24°C maximum daytime temperature in May in USA (Washington)24
    May
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in June in USA (Washington)29
    Jun
  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in July in USA (Washington)31
    Jul
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in August in USA (Washington)30
    Aug
  • 26°C maximum daytime temperature in September in USA (Washington)26
    Sep
  • 20°C maximum daytime temperature in October in USA (Washington)20
    Oct
  • 14°C maximum daytime temperature in November in USA (Washington)14
    Nov
  • 8°C maximum daytime temperature in December in USA (Washington)8
    Dec

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The weather guide for USA (Washington) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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More about the USA

Explore our complete guide to the USA with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the USA.

USA travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the USA with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

USA - quick facts
Flight time✝ 7.5 to 18 hours
Time difference UK -5 to -10 hours
Language(s) English
Currency US Dollar
Electricity A + B plug (120V)
Driving side Right
Visa✝ Yes

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK and visa requirements for UK travellers.

Travelling to the USA?

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Tours to the USA

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Flights to the USA

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Hotels in the USA

Iberostar Iberostar
Hilton Hilton
IHG IHG
Marriott Marriott
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Radisson Hotels Radisson Hotels
Priceline Priceline
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Agoda Agoda
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Accommodation in the USA

VRBO VRBO
Solmar Villas Solmar Villas
Top Villas Top Villas
Hostelworld Hostelworld
SPL Villas SPL Villas
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Ocean cruises to the USA

Fred Olsen Fred Olsen

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Things to do in the USA

Resort Pass Resort Pass
Get Your Guide Get Your Guide
Airbnb Airbnb
Klook Klook
Tiqets Tiqets
Isango Isango
Viator Viator

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Buses & trains in the USA

Flixbus Flixbus

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Car hire in the USA

Holiday Autos Holiday Autos
Zest Car Rental Zest Car Rental
KAYAK KAYAK
Carrentals.co.uk Carrentals.co.uk
Avis Avis
Alamo Alamo
Dollar Dollar
Enjoy Travel Enjoy Travel
Europcar Europcar
Rentalcars.com Rentalcars.com
Sixt Sixt

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Ferries in the USA

Direct Ferries Direct Ferries

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Money transfers to the USA

Wise.com Wise.com
World Remit World Remit
XE Money Transfers XE Money Transfers

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Airport taxis for the USA

Hoppa Hoppa

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Skiing holidays in the USA

Crystal Ski Crystal Ski
Iglu Ski Iglu Ski

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Boat rental for the USA

SamBoat SamBoat

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eSIMs for the USA

Amigo Amigo
Airalo Airalo
Holafly Holafly
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USA travel guidance

Check the latest travel guidance and advice on visiting the USA from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the USA.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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USA travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the USA with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the USA, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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USA travel features

Do you want to learn more about the USA? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the USA.

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USA FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the USA including the current entry restrictions, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Which is the hottest month in the USA?

The hottest time of year in Washington, USA is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in the USA?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Washington, USA with 103mm on average. There are normally 9 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the USA?

The sunniest time of year in Washington, USA is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 63% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

What is the flight time to the USA from the UK?

The flight time to the USA from the UK is typically 7.5 to 18 hours.

What is the time difference between the USA and the UK?

The time difference between the USA and the UK is UK time-5 to UK time-10 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the USA?

The main language spoken in the USA is English.

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What is the currency in the USA?

The currency in the USA is the US Dollar (USD).

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Which plugs are used in the USA?

USA uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the USA?

They drive on the right side of the road in the USA.

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Do you need a visa for the USA?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter the USA.

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