Alighieri Dan`te Statue

Park Bronze statue of Dante Alighieri in Washington, D.C.

In Washington, D.C., the Dante Alighieri statue marks Italian literary heritage; visitors often photograph the bronze figure and read inscriptions near nearby cultural sites.

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Alighieri Dan`te Statue
Near Massachusetts Ave NW / Capitol Grounds, Washington, D.C.
38.9196, -77.0361
Public outdoor statue (accessible year‑round)

How to Get to Alighieri Dan`te Statue #

The Dante Alighieri statue is on the grounds near Massachusetts Avenue and Embassy Row in Washington, D.C. It is within walking distance of Dupont Circle and accessible by the Metro (Dupont Circle station on the Red Line) followed by a 10-20 minute walk.

Street parking is limited; public transit or a short taxi ride from central points is recommended.

Tips for Visiting Alighieri Dan`te Statue #

  • The Dante statue on Capitol Hill is often photographed against the backdrop of the Senate buildings - plan timing to avoid strong midday glare.
  • Pair a visit with a walk along Embassy Row and the nearby Rock Creek Park segments.
  • Look for plaque inscriptions that note the sculptor and dedication date.

Best Time to Visit Alighieri Dan`te Statue #

Spring and autumn for mild weather; early morning yields the best light for photos.

Spring
March-May · 5-20°C
Cherry blossoms and pleasant walking weather.
Autumn
September-November · 10-20°C
Crisp air and comfortable touring conditions.

Weather & Climate near Alighieri Dan`te Statue #

Climate

Alighieri Dan`te Statue's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1063 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (106 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 31°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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