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Washington, D.C. celebrates the peak bloom of cherry blossom trees at the Tidal Basin, including a farewell to the iconic "Stumpy" tree, which will be cut down later this spring as part of a seawall reconstruction project. Visitors gathered to admire the blossoms and bid farewell to Stumpy, a symbol of resilience, while photographers captured the poignant moments.
Washington, D.C.'s annual peak bloom event for its iconic cherry trees around the Tidal Basin marked the final bloom for 158 of the trees this year. The beloved cherry tree named Stumpy will see its last peak bloom, raising awareness about the impact of environmental changes and the need for conservation efforts.
Washington's cherry blossoms reached peak bloom, attracting thousands of visitors and resulting in stunning photographs shared by Capital Weather Gang readers. Despite potential petal-stripping winds, the cool weather pattern should keep the blossoms in full bloom into the weekend as the National Cherry Blossom Festival begins, although a Saturday rainstorm may signal the end of this year's bloom. Additionally, the celebrated cherry tree nicknamed Stumpy has become a highlight of the 2024 bloom, earning the title of "most photographed" and "best in show."
Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms have reached near-record early bloom, matching the second-earliest peak bloom in over a century due to a warm winter. The National Park Service announced the peak bloom, attracting over 1.5 million visitors to the Tidal Basin. The blossoms usually appear at the end of March, but this year's warm winter caused them to bloom about a week early.
Washington's cherry blossoms reached their second-earliest peak bloom in over a century due to exceptionally warm March weather, reflecting the impact of climate change. The early bloom, about two weeks ahead of schedule, is part of a trend where peak blooms have been occurring earlier in recent years. The warm temperatures have drawn crowds to the Tidal Basin, with thousands flocking to see the blossoms. The mild weather has also led to a favorable forecast, potentially extending the bloom period, although gusty winds could dislodge petals. The early peak bloom is a sign of the influence of human-caused climate change on the beloved cherry trees.
The cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin in Washington are one stage away from peak bloom, likely to occur between Monday and Wednesday, making it the third earliest on record. Unseasonably warm weather has accelerated the bloom process, with temperatures running 8.5 degrees above normal in March. The likelihood of an early bloom aligns with recent trends driven by climate change, with the average peak advancing about six days over the past century.
The cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin in Washington DC have reached peak bloom, attracting massive crowds. The National Cherry Blossom Festival started on Monday and will run until April 16 with more than 30 events. Peak bloom is coming earlier and earlier in the season due to climate change and rising temperatures. The average peak bloom date has advanced from April 5 to March 31 since the 1920s.
Cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin in Washington DC are not yet at peak bloom, with most trees showing various stages of bloom and some damage from recent freezing temperatures. Despite this, the blossoms are still beautiful and attracting photographers. Peak bloom is expected in the coming days, offering more options for photographers. The upcoming weekend should offer good conditions for blossom viewing.