Washington

Washington Dulles International Airport

KIAD

190

Flights/Day

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Local Time

Unknown

Timezone

312ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

KIAD

VFR

2°C

Overcast • Calm • 1016.30"

Observed: 05:52 UTC

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

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

03:00

05:00

10:00 PROB

12:00

4.5k

17:00

00:00

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 06:00 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

Upcoming Flights (next 2 hours) 4

Flight	Destination	Departure	Aircraft	Forecast
AA2617 American Airlines +2 codeshares	DFW	06:11 Local	boeing 737-823	Forecast
UA1095 United Airlines +3 codeshares	SFO	06:30 Local	boeing 757-224	Forecast
DL432 Delta Air Lines +2 codeshares	SLC	07:05 Local	boeing 737-832	Forecast
AS351 Alaska Airlines +3 codeshares	SEA	07:33 Local	boeing 737 max 9	Forecast