Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez
Park Bronze equestrian statue honoring Spanish general Bernardo Gálvez
In Washington, D.C., the equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez is a public monument visited by people touring nearby federal buildings and Lafayette Square, often included on walking routes through the capital.
How to Get to Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez #
The statue is located near the National Mall in Washington, D.C., accessible via Smithsonian station on the Metro’s Orange, Blue and Silver lines or Foggy Bottom-GWU station on the Blue and Orange lines. It is an easy walk from the Mall’s museums and memorials.
Tips for Visiting Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez #
- Visit mid-morning when the National Portrait Gallery is quieter and light in the surrounding Mall area is good for photos.
- Look for official plaque inscriptions at the statue's base-these provide context to Bernardo de Gálvez's role in the American Revolutionary War.
- Security is routine around the National Mall; expect bag checks for events.
Best Time to Visit Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez #
Open and viewable year-round on the National Mall; spring and fall are most comfortable for walking.
Weather & Climate near Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez #
Equestrian statue of Bernardo de Gálvez'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 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1041 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (103 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
