Washington, D. C. Weather in October

What's the weather like in Washington, D. C. (Washington, D.C.) in October 2025?

The climate in Washington, D. C. during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.

October is in the fall / autumn in Washington, D. C. and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (68°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.

Washington, D. C. weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 20.2°C 68.3°F
Nightly temperature 8.7°C 47.6°F
Average temperature 14.4°C 57.9°F
Daily sunshine 7.1 hrs
Avg rainfall 78 mm 3.1 ins
Rainy days 7 days
Sea temperature 17.3°C 63.2°F
Humidity 69%
Windspeed 13.7kph 9 mph

On average October is the 4th driest month of the year in Washington, D. C. with around 78mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.

October temperatures in Washington, D. C.

Washington, D. C. average temperature in October

October rainfall

Washington, D. C. average rain in October

October hourly sunshine

Washington, D. C. average rain in October

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Washington, D. C. in October 2025.

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Washington, D. C. weather stats

Washington, D. C. weather statistics
Hottest month: July 30.5°C 86.9°F
Driest month: February 70mm 2.8ins
Sunniest month: June 10hrs
Coldest month: January 4.9°C 40.8°F
Wettest month: August 103mm 4.1ins
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