Temperatures stay above normal near Reagan National Airport

September 20, 2026

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Mean daily high and low temperatures at Washington Reagan National Airport, 14 km from this area, ran 3°F and 2.8°F above normal over the past 30 days, averaging 86.3°F and 69.1°F respectively.¹ The period included a 98°F peak on September 1, contributing to heat stress on water bodies and aquatic life.¹

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1. NOAA NCEI (GHCN-Daily and 1991-2020 US Climate Normals)

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