New York vs Washington in October

Washington is the better pick in October — 85 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is nice, rainy, clean air, while New York is nice, rainy, clean air.

New York vs WashingtonOctober climate, side by side

New YorkWashington
Comfort score80/100 (A)85/100 (A)
Feels-like high18°C21°C
Avg high / low19° / 12°22° / 11°
Rainfall107 mm84 mm
Rainy days77
Humidity74%72%
Air quality (AQI)4642

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

New York vs Washington in October — FAQ

Is October better in New York or Washington?
Washington is the better pick in October — 85 vs 80 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Washington is nice, rainy, clean air, while New York is nice, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in New York vs Washington in October?
In October, New York averages 19°C high / 12°C low with about 107 mm of rain; Washington averages 22°C high / 11°C low with about 84 mm.