Pack or skip
Sunscreen for Washington DC in September
Verdict
Pack it
Sun still finds you at 81°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.
Why
Washington DC in September averages highs of 81°F, lows of 64°F, 8 rainy days.
That climate means sunscreen earns its space in the bag. Sun still finds you at 81°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.