Zero Milestone overview
Zero Milestone
There are several good reasons to visit the Zero Milestone. Firstly, it is an important historical landmark that symbolizes the centrality of D.C. to the rest of the country. Secondly, it offers a unique perspective on the city's layout, and how it is connected to the rest of the country. Thirdly, it is a great spot to take photographs and capture the essence of the nation's capital.
Visitors to the Zero Milestone are likely to see a small, granite monument that stands no more than three feet tall. The monument is engraved with the words "Zero Milestone" on its top, and it is surrounded by a small circular plaza. Visitors can walk around the monument and take in the view of the surrounding area, including the White House and the National Mall.
In summary, the Zero Milestone is an important and unique point of interest in D.C. that offers visitors the chance to see the center of the city and the starting point of all major roads in the United States. With its historical significance and central location, it is a must-see for anyone visiting the nation's capital.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- President's Park (White House)
- The Ellipse - President's Park South
- Lafayette Square Park
- Rawlins Park
- Freedom Plaza
- Mcpherson Square
Campgrounds
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Zero Milestone as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Zero Milestone
What is Zero Milestone?
A point of interest in District-Of-Columbia tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Zero Milestone.