When Do the Cherry Blossoms Bloom? It Depends on the Weather

Cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., – the yoshino variety in particular – tend to bloom according to how much warmer or colder the local temperature is for the month of March.

Average temperature is measured and calculated from the Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C.

Peak bloom is declared when 70% of the yoshino cherry blossoms in the area have opened.
Chart: Nina Lin Source: EPA, NOAA