October weather forecast
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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Washington, Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Washington, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Washington, Virginia, is October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In October, in Washington, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Washington, there are 17.4 snowfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Washington, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, in Washington, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Washington is 5.8h.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Washington in October?

In Washington, in October, the average high-temperature is 64.2°F (17.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Washington?

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October in Washington?

In Washington, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Washington?

In Washington, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Washington?

October is the first month it typically snows in Washington, Virginia. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in October?

The average day length in October in Washington, Virginia, is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Washington?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:13 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in October?

In Washington, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Washington?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Washington, VA

Average temperature in October - Washington, VA
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Washington, VA

Average pressure in October - Washington, 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
Washington, VA

Average wind speed in October - Washington, VA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Washington, VA

Average humidity in October - Washington, VA
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Washington, VA

Average rainfall in October - Washington, VA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in October
Washington, VA

Average rainfall days in October - Washington, VA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Washington, VA

Average snowfall in October - Washington, VA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Washington, VA

Average snowfall days in October - Washington, VA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Washington, VA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in October
Washington, VA

Average sunshine days in October - Washington, VA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Washington, VA

Average UV index in October - Washington, VA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Washington, VA

Average cloud cover in October - Washington, 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 31).

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Average visibility in October
Washington, VA

Average visibility in October - Washington, VA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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