Inauguration Day weather history
Jan 20, 2025
FORT WAYNE, Ind. and WASHINGTON, D.C. (WANE) - Monday is Inauguration Day and the cold weather in Washington, D.C. resulted in ceremonies being moved indoors this time around.
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So just how cold has it been in the past on Inauguration Day? In Washington, D.C., the coldest ever Inauguration Day by average temperature was back in 1873, when the average temperature was only 12.0°. Very close behind it was 1985, with an average temperature of 12.5°. You can find the rest of the top five below. In comparison to Fort Wayne, 1985 was not as cold in Washington, D.C. as our average temperature of -16.5° that year, which happened to be the coldest day in Fort Wayne's history! We were in the single digits in 2009 and the teens in 1977, 1961, and 2001 locally on Inauguration Day. The full top five list can also be found below.
The top five coldest Inauguration Days in Washington, D.C.The top five coldest Inauguration Days in Fort Wayne.
Below is a look at the averages and records for Inauguration Day in both Washington, D.C. and Fort Wayne. Typically, Inauguration Day in Washington, D.C. has less extreme temperatures and is generally a little warmer, but can have more precipitation and snowfall compared to Fort Wayne.
Inauguration Day weather history in Washington, D.C.Inauguration Day weather history in Fort Wayne.
This year stands in contrast to the last three Inauguration Days in Washington, D.C., as they were on the milder side. 2013 was especially warm, which is still the record high for Inauguration Day. The weather has been more variable in Fort Wayne, with a variety of temperatures and precipitation/snowfall totals.
The weather for the past five Inauguration Days in Washington, D.C.The weather for the past five Inauguration Days in Fort Wayne.
We're tracking more bitterly cold air through Wednesday morning. Visit our WANE 15 Forecast Page for the details. Stay warm!