Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on September 03

On September 3rd in Washington D.C., temperatures have historically ranged from a scorching 98.1°F in 1953 to a chilly 52.0°F in 1967. The average temperature for this date is 75.39°F, with an average high of 79.53°F and an average low of 71.25°F. In 1953, a year known for its record-breaking heat, an interesting news item is that the Soviet Union successfully launched its first hydrogen bomb, marking a significant advancement in their nuclear capabilities.