George Gordon Meade Memorial
Monument Bronze memorial honoring Civil War general George Meade
Bronze equestrian memorial to Union General George G. Meade in Washington, D.C.; visited by history seekers and as a waypoint near other national monuments and museums.
How to Get to George Gordon Meade Memorial #
The memorial is in Washington, D.C., near the National Mall area. It is accessible by Metro (stations on the Blue/Orange/Silver lines) and by numerous city bus routes; walking from central Mall sites usually takes 10-20 minutes.
Tips for Visiting George Gordon Meade Memorial #
- Visit early on weekdays to avoid the heavy tour groups that circulate the Mall.
- Look for the sculptor's signature and the minor inscriptions at the base to better understand the commission (the statue was dedicated in the 1920s).
- Combine with a walk around the nearby traffic circle and Federal Triangle to see other lesser-known memorials.
Best Time to Visit George Gordon Meade Memorial #
Spring and fall are best for pleasant walking conditions and moderate crowds.
Weather & Climate near George Gordon Meade Memorial #
George Gordon Meade 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 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1051 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. Regular rainfall (80 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 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (79 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 (104 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 (102 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 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 (81 mm).
