October weather forecast
McLean, VA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in McLean, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

McLean's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) throughout October.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in McLean, Virginia, there are 109 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in McLean.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in McLean is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in McLean in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in McLean, is 66.4°F (19.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in McLean?

The months with the highest humidity in McLean are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in McLean?

In McLean, Virginia, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How much does it rain in McLean in October?

In McLean, Virginia, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in McLean?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in McLean in October?

In McLean, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does McLean have in October?

In McLean, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in McLean?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in McLean, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McLean have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in McLean?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in McLean, Virginia, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McLean, VA

Average temperature in October - McLean, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
McLean, VA

Average pressure in October - McLean, VA
  • 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
McLean, VA

Average wind speed in October - McLean, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
McLean, VA

Average humidity in October - McLean, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
McLean, VA

Average rainfall in October - McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
McLean, VA

Average rainfall days in October - McLean, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
McLean, VA

Average snowfall in October - McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
McLean, VA

Average snowfall days in October - McLean, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McLean, VA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McLean, VA
  • 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 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
McLean, VA

Average sunshine days in October - McLean, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
McLean, VA

Average UV index in October - McLean, VA
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
McLean, VA

Average cloud cover in October - McLean, VA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

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
McLean, VA

Average visibility in October - McLean, VA
  • 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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