Labor Day weekend: Weather forecast, best times to travel
Labor Day travel ramps up at the airport and on the road
Labor Day weekend is officially here, which means it's time to soak in the last days of summer! But don't ruin a sunny holiday by leaving for your trip at the wrong time. Here's everything you need to know for Labor Day travel.
Labor Day weekend is officially here, which means it's time to soak in the last days of summer!
But don't ruin a sunny holiday by leaving for your trip at the wrong time. Here's everything you need to know for Labor Day travel.
Best times to travel
What we know:
AAA is expecting a strong end to summer travel this weekend after the U.S. saw a record-breaking year.
Road trips top the list, making up 85-90 percent of all trips for holiday weekends. So, when should you head out on your road trip this weekend?
Peak road traffic is expected from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday and noon to 8 p.m. Friday. Drivers should consider traveling before noon or after 8 p.m.
Labor Day 2025: Last-minute trips in the DC area
Whether you're looking for a day trip, quick overnight stay or three-day weekend, here are some last-minute trips to celebrate Labor Day around the Washington, D.C. area.
If you plan on flying, airports are expected to be the most crowded on Friday, with number of travelers expected to reach nearly 3 million.
Labor Day weekend weather
Local perspective:
Sun is in the forecast for most of the Labor Day weekend, with a chance of spotty showers on Friday.
Temperatures will stay in the high 70s and low 80s - a perfect way to end the summer celebrations!
DC weather: Sunny Thursday with highs near 80 degrees
A sunny Thursday across the D.C. region with highs near 80 degrees.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by AAA.