Seasonal & Holidays
DC Cherry Blossoms Take Big Step Toward 2019 Peak Bloom
D.C.'s cherry blossom trees are expected to reach peak bloom on Monday, and they have just reached the second to last stage.
WASHINGTON, DC -- D.C.'s Yoshino cherry blossom trees have just reached the "puffy white" stage, the last phase before peak bloom, which is projected for Monday.
The National Park Services reports that most of the blossoms have reached second to last stage as flowers start to open at the Tidal Basin.
Some of the trees are already at peak bloom, and this weekend will offer a stellar opportunity to view the cherry blossoms as they emerge in all their glory.
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Five down, one to go! The trees are at puffy white, the penultimate stage of the #BloomWatch! Peak still expected on Monday, when 70% of the Yoshinos will be in blossom, but some early risers are already there & more will join them as temps climb into the 70s today and tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/SZSGDZDJOR
— National Mall NPS (@NationalMallNPS) March 29, 2019
For those hoping to get out to see them, weather is projected to be excellent, with no rain and temperatures in the 70s (although it's supposed to be cloudy so sunshine may be limited).
Peak bloom is defined as when 70 percent of the Yoshinos are in blossom.
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