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United StatesThe weather in October in Washington
It's pleasantly warm in October in Washington with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Washington. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Washington, United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2021, Washington reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Washington
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Washington. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Washington | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 92 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Washington with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 23°C, with nights around 10°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Washington is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Check out the climate of Washington for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Washington is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Washington to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Washington, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Washington
Temperature in October in Washington over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Washington, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Washington
Total precipitation in October in Washington over the years
Daily UV index in October in Washington
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Washington, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Washington by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Washington. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.