World War II Memorial
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World War II Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Multi-Park Loop
- Nearby city
- Washington, DC
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About World War II Memorial
Through stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for World War II Memorial. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official World War II Memorial 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
Always Open
The World War II Memorial is open 24 hours a day every day of the year. Restrooms, museums and elevators close in the evenings (check individual sites for hours). Park Rangers and volunteers are generally available between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. to answer questions and provide assistance.
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Rangers on Duty
Rangers are on duty to assist the visiting public from 9:30 am to 10 pm daily (except December 25). The United States Park Police are on duty 24 hours a day.
- Monday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Tuesday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Wednesday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Thursday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Friday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Saturday9:30AM - 10:00PM
- Sunday9:30AM - 10:00PM
Common questions
Planning World War II Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for World War II Memorial. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
