John J. Pershing General of the Armies
Park Statue honoring General John J. Pershing
In Washington, D.C., the John J. Pershing monument commemorates the World War I general; visitors find the statue among national memorials and include it in monument walks around downtown.
How to Get to John J. Pershing General of the Armies #
Located on the federal grounds near the National Mall, the memorial is accessible on foot from the Mall or by DC Metro (nearest stations include Federal Triangle and Metro Center). Several Metrobus lines also serve the area; parking downtown is limited.
Tips for Visiting John J. Pershing General of the Armies #
- Combine a visit with other memorials on Pennsylvania Avenue and nearby Lafayette Square for a full walking route.
- Visit in the early morning for quieter reflection and better photographs of the bronze against softer light.
- Note that many DC memorials have nearby security or maintenance closures-check the National Park Service site for alerts.
Best Time to Visit John J. Pershing General of the Armies #
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather for walking memorial circuits in Washington, D.C.
Weather & Climate near John J. Pershing General of the Armies #
John J. Pershing General of the Armies'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 (1048 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 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (92 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 (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 (101 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°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).
