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Insect repellent for Washington DC in May

Verdict

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Warm (77°F) plus 11 rainy days = mosquito conditions.

Why

Washington DC in May averages highs of 77°F, lows of 58°F, 11 rainy days.

That climate means insect repellent earns its space in the bag. Warm (77°F) plus 11 rainy days = mosquito conditions.

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