October weather forecast
Washington, NE

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Washington, Nebraska, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's warm 77°F (25°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). An average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is recorded in the month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Washington, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.6 rainfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Washington, Nebraska, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during October morphs into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Washington, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Washington?

With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Washington?

The average relative humidity in October in Washington is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Washington, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Washington, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in October?

In Washington, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Washington, NE

Average temperature in October - Washington, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Washington, NE

Average pressure in October - Washington, NE
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Washington, NE

Average wind speed in October - Washington, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Washington, NE

Average humidity in October - Washington, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Washington, NE

Average rainfall in October - Washington, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Washington, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Washington, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Washington, NE

Average snowfall in October - Washington, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Washington, NE

Average snowfall days in October - Washington, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Washington, NE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Washington, NE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Washington, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Washington, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Washington, NE

Average UV index in October - Washington, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Washington, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Washington, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Washington, NE

Average visibility in October - Washington, NE
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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