Hottest and Coldest Temperatures Ever in Washington DC on October 16

On October 16th in Washington D.C., the temperatures have varied over the years. In 1958, it reached a scorching 84.0°F, setting a record high for this date, while in 2006, it dropped to a chilly 41.0°F, marking the record low. On average, the temperature for October 16th is 60.22°F, with a typical high of 64.87°F and a low of 55.56°F. In the year 1958, one interesting news item related to space exploration is that NASA's Pioneer 1, the first spacecraft launched by the agency, failed to reach the Moon due to a guidance system failure. This event paved the way for subsequent space missions and advancements in space travel technology.