About St. Louis

• During your time at WashU, you will get to explore all St. Louis has to offer, such as parks, museums, diverse neighborhoods, and restaurants. You can visit the

Office of Undergraduate Admissions to learn more about St. Louis’ culture, transportation, and neighborhoods near campus.

• Climate: St. Louis’s climate is temperate, meaning there are four distinct seasons and temperatures can range, on average, from 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 Celsius) in the summer and early fall to 20 degrees Farenheit (-6 Celsius) from late fall through winter. You will need clothing for both hot and cold weather. Warm winter clothes, including hats, gloves, and scarves, are essential. St. Louis can be rainy in the spring, so a raincoat, umbrella, and waterproof shoes are also advised. You can purchase any necessary items in St. Louis.

• Transportation: St. Louis has a limited metro and bus system to get around town. All WashU students are provided with a free Metro pass. View routes and details on the

Metro. To get around campus, you can ride the Danforth Circulator, a bus which runs every twenty minutes in a loop around campus. Some students use bicycles to get around. You can rent a bike on campus or from a bike shop off campus.