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Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average pressure in October
Average wind speed in October
Average humidity in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average snowfall in October
Average snowfall days in October
Average daylight in October
Average sunshine in October
Average sunshine days in October
Average UV index in October
Average cloud cover in October
Average visibility in October

Rows of jacaranda trees in spring in the tidal basin of the Washington Monument in Washington city, DC, USA

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Washington, District of Columbia, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.9°F (19.4°C) and min 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

In Washington, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). In Washington, in October, the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Washington is 75%.

Rainfall

In Washington, District of Columbia, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Washington, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in October transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.

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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Washington?

The average high-temperature, in October, is 66.9°F (19.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C). in August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Washington?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Washington in October?

In October, in Washington, District of Columbia, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Washington?

In Washington, District of Columbia, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in October?

In Washington, District of Columbia, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Washington?

On the first day of October in Washington, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Washington?

The average sunshine duration in October in Washington, District of Columbia, is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Washington?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Washington is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

78.4°F 25.8°C

66.9°F 19.4°C

54.9°F 12.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.9mph 9.5km/h

7.4mph 11.9km/h

7.6mph 12.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.7

19.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Washington, DC

Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Washington, DC

Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Washington, DC

Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Washington, DC

Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Washington, DC

Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in October
Washington, DC

Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Washington, DC

Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Washington, DC

Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Washington, DC

Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Washington, DC

Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Washington, DC

Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Washington, DC

Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Washington, DC

Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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October weather forecast
Washington, DC

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