Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on May 23

On May 23rd, Washington D.C. experienced varying temperatures throughout history. In 1964, it reached a scorching 93.9°F, which remains the hottest temperature ever recorded for that date. Conversely, in 1961, the city experienced its coldest temperature on May 23rd, plunging down to 45.0°F. Typically, the average temperature for this date is 68.58°F, with an average high of 74.14°F and an average low of 63.01°F. In 1961, during the same week in May, an interesting news item was the opening of the Eugene O'Neill Theater on Broadway, showcasing the acclaimed play "Long Day's Journey Into Night" by the renowned playwright Eugene O'Neill.