Pennsylvania Avenue
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Pennsylvania Avenue at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Pennsylvania Avenue highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Washington, DC
Explore this park
About Pennsylvania Avenue
A street unlike any other. It is known the world over as the heart of the Nation's Capital. America's history has marched, paraded, promenaded, and protested its way along the Avenue.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Pennsylvania Avenue. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Pennsylvania Avenue page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter.
- Spring
(March - May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees
- Summer
(June - August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees
- Fall
(September - November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees
- Winter
(December - February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)
Operating Hours
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The Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site is always open to the public (except for special events like Presidential Inaugurations and State Funerals). There are no Rangers on duty at this site (except for special events). The United States Park Police are on duty 24 hours a day.
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Common questions
Planning Pennsylvania Avenue
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Pennsylvania Avenue. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
