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Washington Weather in October
October in Washington brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
Rainfall in Washington in October
Rain is expected on roughly 4 days, totalling around 21 mm (0.8 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.
Temperature in Washington in October
October in Washington is generally excellent, with days reaching 26°C (79°F) and nights settling around 10°C (50°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 10°C (50°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Washington Temperature in October
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
21 mm (0.8 in)
Rainy days
4 days
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Best Places in the United States of America in October
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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).
What to Wear in Washington in October
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers.
What To Do in Washington in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
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Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Washington 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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