Long term parking is available along Ohio Drive under the 14th Street bridge. There are several metro train routes from the suburban areas surrounding the city. The Smithsonian Metro is the closest stop to the Washington Monument. The climate in Washington D.C. is seasonal. Summers can be very hot and humid with an average temperature of 82.
Winters are variable and can be very mild to very cold.
The average winter temperature is 35. Clothing should be in accordance with the season. The Washington Monument is wheelchair accessible. The Washington Monument has a wheelchair that may be used while visiting the monument. No reservations are needed to obtain a wheelchair.