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#79

Washington

Washington Dulles International Airport

KIAD

635

Flights/Day

20:21

Local Time

New York

Timezone

312ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

KIAD

VFR

23°C

Mostly Cloudy • 5kt • 1009.20"

Observed: 23:52 UTC

VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

17:00

CLR

19:00

10k

00:00

10k

11:00

25k

14:00

CLR

Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling

FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %

TAF valid until 20:00 local time

About Washington Dulles International Airport

Washington Dulles experiences mid-Atlantic weather with occasional snow and thunderstorms. Generally moderate conditions.

Is Washington Dulles Airport turbulent?

Dulles faces typical mid-Atlantic weather: winter storms, summer thunderstorms, and occasional snow. Recent winter weather caused 300+ delays in a single day. The airport's location in Virginia means it sometimes escapes the worst of storms hitting the immediate coast. Snow removal teams monitor runways continuously during winter events.

Recent winter storm caused 300+ delays and 6 cancellations
Snow teams monitor and clear runways during winter events
Located slightly inland from coastal storm tracks

How does Dulles handle winter weather?

Airlines often pre-cancel flights during forecast winter storms to reposition aircraft. The airport stays open and operational during snow events with active runway clearing. De-icing operations add time to departures. Check directly with airlines as reservation change fees are typically waived before major storms.

When is the best time to fly from Dulles?

Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) offer the most reliable conditions. Winter storm season (December-March) brings the highest delay risk. Summer thunderstorms cause occasional afternoon disruptions. Dulles is generally reliable year-round.

Is turbulence at Washington dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Washington?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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