District of Columbia barometric pressure forecast
Washington area
Updated Nov 12, 5:20 AM EST · four times a day
Reviewed byHirotaka Maekawa, MD (headache specialist in Japan)See pressure changes for tomorrow and beyond in Zutsu Note
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Weather and pressure for the week
Today Thu 11/12 · Washington
Watch for
Low pressure · Temperature swing · High humidity
Cloudy
64/46°F18°F swing
Pressure CautionLow 997 hPa(29.44 inHg)
Drop
-9 hPa
-0.27 inHg
Humidity
82%
Chance of rain
53%
Highest pressure
1006 hPa
29.71 inHg
Pressure will be on the low side. If pressure changes tend to bring on your headaches, leave extra time in your plans, take frequent breaks, and stay hydrated. Take it especially easy when pressure falls 9 hPa (0.27 inHg) during the day.
Details (what to watch, 3-hour table)
- · Pressure on the low side (low of 997 hPa / 29.44 inHg). If pressure drops tend to bring on your headaches, take care when it falls 9 hPa (0.27 inHg) during the day.
- · Temperatures vary by 18°F during the day. If temperature swings tend to bring on your headaches, dress for the change.
- · High humidity (avg. 82%). If muggy weather tends to bring on your headaches, try dehumidifying and staying hydrated.
| Time | Weather | Temp | Humidity | PressurehPa / inHg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | Sunny | 52°F | 84% | 100629.70 |
| 3 AM | Cloudy | 50°F | 91% | 100329.62 |
| 6 AM | Fog | 53°F | 99% | 100129.57 |
| 9 AM | Cloudy | 54°F | 89% | 100029.54 |
| 12 PM | Sunny | 60°F | 68% | 99829.47 |
| 3 PM | Sunny | 64°F | 52% | 99729.43 |
| 6 PM | Cloudy | 55°F | 82% | 99829.46 |
| 9 PM | Sunny | 49°F | 85% | 99829.47 |
Washington on Thu 11/12: Cloudy. High 64°F, low 46°F. Avg. humidity 82%. Chance of rain up to 53%. Pressure 997–1006 hPa (29.71 inHg) (outlook: Caution). Pressure may drop up to 9 hPa (0.27 inHg) during the day.
Tomorrow Fri 11/13 · Washington
Watch for
Low pressure
Cloudy
Pressure will be on the low side. If pressure changes tend to bring on your headaches, leave extra time in your plans, take frequent breaks, and stay hydrated.
Tomorrow: see the pressure trend in Zutsu Note
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Zutsu Note is a free headache diary app from Japan ("zutsu" is Japanese for "headache").
Day after tomorrow Sat 11/14 · Washington
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Sun Sun 11/15 · WashingtonGuide
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Mon Mon 11/16 · WashingtonGuide
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Tue Tue 11/17 · WashingtonGuide
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Wed Wed 11/18 · WashingtonGuide
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Reviewed byHirotaka Maekawa, MD
Neurologist and headache specialist in Japan
Trained in the Department of Neurology at The University of Tokyo before focusing fully on headache care. Visiting Lecturer at Showa Medical University. Developer of the headache diary app Zutsu Note.
Headache diary app from Japan. "Zutsu" is Japanese for "headache."
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Frequently asked questions
What is the barometric pressure in Washington today?
On Thursday, November 12, barometric pressure in Washington, District of Columbia is forecast to range from 997 hPa (29.44 inHg) to 1006 hPa (29.71 inHg). Zutsu Note rates today's pressure in District of Columbia as Caution, based on the day's lowest pressure and the biggest change within 6 hours.
Will the barometric pressure change much in Washington today?
Somewhat. Pressure in Washington is forecast to fall by up to 5 hPa (0.15 inHg) within 6 hours today. A change this size is rated Mild on this page. Over the whole day, pressure falls by up to 9 hPa (0.27 inHg) and rises by up to 2 hPa (0.06 inHg).
Can a drop in barometric pressure cause a headache?
In some people, yes. In studies, about half of people with migraine say weather is one of their triggers. The exact mechanism isn't known. One leading idea is that the inner ear senses the change in pressure and the autonomic nervous system responds. Sensitivity varies a lot: the same weather change can bring on a headache in one person and not in another.
How can I tell if pressure changes trigger my headaches?
Keep a headache diary for 1 to 2 months and compare it with the pressure on each day. Zutsu Note, a free headache diary app built by a headache specialist, puts your logs and the pressure on the same chart automatically and shows the hourly pressure forecast for where you are, up to a week ahead. If your headaches keep coming back, get worse, or feel different from usual, talk to your doctor.
Learn more in our guide: Barometric pressure and headaches
The rating comes from the day's lowest pressure and the biggest change within 6 hours. It describes the weather, not your headache, and does not replace advice from your doctor. Forecast data: Open-Meteo.