Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on June 26

On June 26, Washington D.C. experienced a range of temperatures throughout history. In 1952, the city recorded its hottest temperature of 100.9°F, while in 1979, it reached a chilly low of 55.9°F. On average, June 26th sees a temperature of 77.54°F, with a high of 81.24°F and a low of 73.83°F. An interesting news item from these years is that in 1952, the United States tested the world's first hydrogen bomb in the Pacific, marking a significant milestone in nuclear weaponry.