Average Temperature
In Washington, D.C., the average daily high temperature in September is 81°F and the average daily low is 63°F. Humidity also decreases during this month. Some say that September is one of the best times to visit D.C. because of the near-perfect temperatures and the endless sunshine.
Clothing & Packing Tips
When dining in the Main Dining Room at The Greenbrier Resort, ladies and gentlemen are required to dress in their finest attire. Jackets are required for men, and dresses or evening suits are required for women. Jeans are not permitted in this dining room during dinnertime. During breakfast in the Main Dining Room, resort attire is required, such as collared sports shirts, sweaters, jackets, dress slacks, walking shorts, and dark denim. Hats are not permitted.
When deciding what to bring on your trip, we have a few suggestions for you.
In regards to clothing, think layers. It's much easier to maintain a level of comfort if you can add or remove a layer at a time, especially if you're traveling to a destination where the temperature can vary widely. So always bring a light jacket or sweater. Fleece or wool is best. We recommend avoiding cotton sweaters or jackets as they won't keep you warm if wet.
Comfortable footwear is crucial. Make sure you bring a pair of shoes that fit well and give you the necessary support. If you decide to purchase new shoes for your trip, we suggest you wear them a number of times before you leave to break them in. Your feet will thank you.
Be prepared for all types of weather. For warm, sunny weather, pack sunscreen, a hat, or a bandana/scarf to protect your neck from sunburn. For cool, rainy weather, pack a light raincoat, travel umbrella, waterproof shoes, and a thin pair of gloves.
Pack anything that could leak in plastic bags or a waterproof case for your toiletries. In addition, you might want to bring a washcloth or two. Not all hotels provide them.
If you take prescription medication, make sure to bring enough for your entire tour plus a few additional days in the original prescription containers.
Medication should be packed in your carry-on bag, never your checked luggage, in case your luggage is delayed. You don't want to be without your medication. You could also bring extra medication in a separate bag in case anything gets lost.
In general, we recommend not packing anything of value in your checked bag.
You'll want to take pictures of everything, so make sure to bring a camera and extra memory cards and batteries for your entire trip. If you decide to bring a video camera, don't forget an extra battery plus a charger. Be sure to pack chargers and cords for all your electronic equipment.
It's also a good idea to bring a travel alarm clock, a travel sewing kit, a portable scale to weigh luggage, and some hand sanitizer for when soap and water aren't readily available.
If you are travelling with a companion, we suggest dividing the contents of your suitcase with them, that way if one bag is delayed, some of your belongings are still available to you both.
If that is not an option for you, you could put a change of clothing in your carry-on if there's room. That will give you something to wear if your checked luggage is delayed as well.
Last but certainly not least, leave room! You'll need it to fit all the souvenirs you'll want to bring home.
