Daniel Webster Memorial

Park Memorial monument to statesman Daniel Webster

In Washington, D.C., the Daniel Webster Memorial commemorates the 19th-century statesman with a public monument encountered on monument routes; visitors see it while touring the capital’s memorials and historic streets.

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Daniel Webster Memorial
Near 16th St NW & H St NW, Washington, D.C. (check National Park Service maps for exact placement)
38.9073, -77.0369
Public outdoor monument (access 24/7); specific National Park Service hours for nearby sites vary

How to Get to Daniel Webster Memorial #

Located on the National Mall/nearby federal park lands; reachable by Metro (nearest stations depend on the exact block) and within reasonable walking distance of central D.C. landmarks. Consult National Park Service maps for precise directions.

Tips for Visiting Daniel Webster Memorial #

  • Visit early when the light is best and tourist traffic in the area is lower.
  • The memorial plaza can be windy; secure hats and small items when standing at the statue.
  • Combine a visit with nearby monuments and memorials on the National Mall for a longer walking loop.

Best Time to Visit Daniel Webster Memorial #

Spring and fall are the most pleasant times to walk memorials in Washington, D.C., avoiding summer heat and winter chill.

Spring
March-May · 8-22°C (46-72°F)
Cherry blossoms and comfortable walking weather in the capital.
Fall
September-November · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Crisp days and thinner crowds on the Mall and its monuments.

Weather & Climate near Daniel Webster Memorial #

Climate

Daniel Webster Memorial'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 (1053 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. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

79 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
-2°

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 (92 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

79 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 (105 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

105 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 (88 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

88 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 (101 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 31°

Weather

101 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 (95 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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