Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)

Monument Monument to Tadeusz Kościuszko in Washington

An equestrian statue commemorates Tadeusz Kościuszko in Washington, D.C.; it interests visitors tracing Revolutionary War history and the capital’s public sculptures.

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Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)
Near 18th St NW & Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C. (check local maps)
38.9000, -77.0354
Public outdoor access
Free to view (outdoor sculpture)

How to Get to Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) #

Located in northwest Washington, D.C., near Massachusetts Avenue and Scott Circle area; accessible by Metro (Dupont Circle or Farragut North/Central) and local bus routes.

Tips for Visiting Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) #

  • The Kościuszko statue sits within a small park area - pair the visit with the nearby Polish-American cultural sites in D.C.
  • Avoid midday glare for best photographs; early morning or late afternoon light is more flattering.
  • Read nearby plaques for historical context about Kościuszko's role in both American and Polish independence.

Best Time to Visit Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) #

Milder months are most comfortable; winter visits are quieter but colder.

Spring/Autumn
March-May, September-November · 10-25°C
Comfortable walking weather and pleasant light for photographs.
Winter
December-February · -5 to 10°C
Quieter visits but cold; layers recommended.

Weather & Climate near Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.) #

Climate

Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko (Washington, D.C.)'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 (1053 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 31°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 30°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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