Corcoran Weather

Weather and Climate at Corcoran

The Corcoran School of Arts & Design, now part of George Washington University in Washington, D.C., experiences a humid subtropical climate. Here are some key points about the weather:

• Summer (June to August): Hot and humid with average high temperatures ranging from 80°F to 90°F (27°C to 32°C). Rainfall is common, often in the form of thunderstorms.
• Fall (September to November): Mild with temperatures cooling from the high 70s°F (25°C) to the 50s°F (10°C). This season sees less rainfall but can have occasional storms.
• Winter (December to February): Cold with occasional snow. Average temperatures range from the high 30s°F (3°C) to the low 50s°F (10°C). Snowfall can affect commuting and campus activities.
• Spring (March to May): Temperatures rise from the 50s°F (10°C) to the 70s°F (21°C). This season can be quite variable with both rain and occasional late snow.

The weather impacts commuting with potential delays due to snow in winter and heavy rain in summer. Campus life and outdoor research activities are influenced by these seasonal changes, with students and faculty adapting their schedules accordingly.