October weather forecast
Silver Spring, MD

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Silver Spring, Maryland, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 50.9°F (10.5°C) and max 66.4°F (19.1°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) to a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C). Silver Spring, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Silver Spring, in October, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Silver Spring, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Silver Spring, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Silver Spring, Maryland, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Silver Spring, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Silver Spring in October?

In Silver Spring, 66.4°F (19.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Silver Spring, in October, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Silver Spring, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Spring have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average temperature in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average pressure in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average wind speed in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average humidity in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average UV index in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Silver Spring, MD

Average visibility in October - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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