Temperatures in October
It's pleasantly warm in October in Washington D.C. 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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Washington D.C. in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Washington D.C. with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 14°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 23°C, with nights close to 10°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Washington D.C. will be around 20°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 26% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Washington D.C.. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Washington D.C. in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
92 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
8 days | 14 days | |
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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.
Is October a good time to visit Washington D.C.?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Washington D.C.. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Washington D.C. in October
With 33°C, Washington D.C. hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Washington D.C., measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in October in Washington D.C.
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Daily Precipitation in October in Washington D.C.
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Washington D.C., measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 8 days of rain in Washington D.C..
Daily UV Index in October in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Washington D.C., 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.
Temperature in October in Washington D.C. Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Washington D.C., measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Washington D.C. Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Washington D.C., measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Washington D.C.
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Washington D.C.. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Washington D.C.
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October weather in Washington, D.C. was mild and pleasant with just the right mix of sunny days and crisp autumn temperatures. Sometimes it rained a little, but not enough to ruin the festive mood!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Washington D.C. by Month
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