District of Columbia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in District of Columbia, the United States of America in October.

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Thinking about venturing to District of Columbia, the United States of America this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in District of Columbia in October

District of Columbia, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. October in District of Columbia generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Washington.

For a closer look at conditions across District of Columbia, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

October is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 128 mm (5 in) in Washington.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Washington enjoys approximately 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore District of Columbia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in District of Columbia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Washington)

Best Places to Visit in District of Columbia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across District of Columbia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in District of Columbia

What is the weather like in October for the most popular destinonation in District of Columbia, the United States of America?

Washington

In October Washington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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District of Columbia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in District of Columbia, the United States of America in October?

In October, District of Columbia, the United States of America generally has very good weather conditions. Washington sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in District of Columbia, the United States of America in October?

Average temperatures in District of Columbia, the United States of America during October range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Washington.

Does District of Columbia, the United States of America get a lot of rain in October?

Washington typically receives notable rainfall in October, about 128 mm (5 in) on average across District of Columbia, the United States of America.

Is October a Good Time to Visit District of Columbia, the United States of America?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Washington, October might be a good time to visit District of Columbia, the United States of America. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and September offering mostly excellent weather in Washington. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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