Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on August 02

On August 2nd in Washington D.C., the temperature fluctuates between extremes. In 2002, the city experienced a scorching heat with the highest recorded temperature reaching 100.0°F, while in 1992, it faced a relatively chilly day with a low of 62.1°F. However, on average, the temperature settles around 79.03°F on this date. Notably, in 2002, an intriguing news event took place as the city sweltered in the heat when a record-breaking power outage occurred, leaving thousands without electricity for several days.