Washington Weather in October

The climate in Washington during October can be summarized as mild and a little damp.

October is in the fall / autumn in Washington and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (69°F), whilst at night 6°C (43°F) is normal.

On average October is the 6th wettest month of the year in Washington with around 87mm 3.4 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.9 hours of sunshine per day.

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 in October 2025.