October weather forecastFort Washington, MD
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Fort Washington, Maryland, with an average temperature ranging between max 67.1°F (19.5°C) and min 51.3°F (10.7°C).Temperature
The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). An average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) is noted during the month of October.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Fort Washington, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Fort Washington, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.UV index
In Fort Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average high temperature in October: 67.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°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 (27.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Fort Washington, MD
- 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).
Average wind speed in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average rainfall in October: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average rainfall days in October: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Fort Washington, MD
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Fort Washington, MD
- 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).
Average visibility in October
Fort Washington, MD
- 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).
