Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on January 01

On January 1st, Washington D.C. experienced a range of temperatures, with the hottest recorded temperature being 69.1°F in 2005 and the coldest recorded temperature being 12.0°F in 1963. The average temperature for this date is 38.75°F, with an average high of 45.62°F and an average low of 31.88°F. In 2005, when the temperature peaked, an interesting event occurred: Washington D.C. inaugurated its mayor, Adrian Fenty, marking the beginning of his term and a new chapter for the city.