Peter Muhlenberg Memorial
Park Outdoor memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring Muhlenberg
A commemorative memorial near Washington honoring Revolutionary-era leader Peter Muhlenberg; visitors include history enthusiasts and those touring nearby national monuments.
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How to Get to Peter Muhlenberg Memorial #
Located on the eastern edge of Capitol Hill near Lincoln Park and Eastern Market. From Capitol South Metro Station (Blue/Orange/Silver lines) it’s about a 10-15 minute walk east; from Eastern Market Metro (Orange/Blue/Silver) it’s a 5-10 minute walk south. Street parking is limited.
Tips for Visiting Peter Muhlenberg Memorial #
- The memorial is outdoors and unstaffed; visit in daylight to read the inscriptions.
- Combine this stop with other east Capitol Hill memorials - it's a short walk from Lincoln Park and Eastern Market.
- Bring a camera with a wide lens for the figure's bronze bas-relief; details show the interplay of military and clerical garb.
Best Time to Visit Peter Muhlenberg Memorial #
A quick outdoor stop best visited during daylight hours; combine with nearby Capitol Hill sites.
Weather & Climate near Peter Muhlenberg Memorial #
Peter Muhlenberg 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 (1081 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 -3°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
