Washington, Virginia weather in October (Virginia, United States of America)
What can you expect from the weather in Washington, Virginia during October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In October, Washington, Virginia generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.
Washington, Virginia in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Typically around 10 days of rainfall is expected.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Washington, Virginia climate page with graphs.
Washington, Virginia, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
133 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Where to go in the United States of America in October
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Washington, Virginia in October?
For visitors traveling to Washington, Virginia, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.
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