First Division Monument
Park World War I memorial and equestrian statue
A bronze monument near McPherson Square honoring the U.S. Army’s First Division; people include it on monument walks around downtown Washington and nearby national sites.
How to Get to First Division Monument #
The monument is on Constitution Avenue NW near 17th Street NW, roughly a 5-10 minute walk west from the White House or a short stroll from the Smithsonian museums. Metro: Farragut West (Blue/Orange/Silver) or McPherson Square (Blue/Orange) are the closest stations - then walk west/south toward the National Mall.
Tips for Visiting First Division Monument #
- Visit early in the morning to see the monument with fewer tourists and better light for photos of the relief sculpture.
- Combine the visit with a walk along Constitution Avenue - the monument sits close to a sequence of memorials and museum entrances.
- Respect the solemnity: formal wreaths and ceremonies occasionally take place on significant anniversaries.
Best Time to Visit First Division Monument #
Outdoor monument accessible year-round; spring and autumn offer the most pleasant walking weather.
Weather & Climate near First Division Monument #
First Division Monument'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 (1042 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. Significant rainfall (101 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).
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