Pack or skip

Sunscreen for Washington DC in October

Verdict

Pack it

Sun still finds you at 69°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.

Why

Washington DC in October averages highs of 69°F, lows of 51°F, 5 rainy days.

That climate means sunscreen earns its space in the bag. Sun still finds you at 69°F — UV doesn't care about temperature.

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