October weather forecast
Bettles, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Bettles, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Bettles's weather in October is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Bettles maintains a near steady average temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) during the nights of October, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bettles, Alaska, in October, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bettles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.6 days and collects up to 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Bettles, Alaska, during October, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 88.7 snowfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Bettles, is 28°F (-2.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Bettles, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bettles, during October, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In Bettles, Alaska, during October, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Bettles, the average day length in October is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:07 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bettles have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Bettles is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bettles, AK

Average temperature in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Bettles, AK

Average pressure in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.85"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bettles, AK

Average wind speed in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Bettles, AK

Average humidity in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Bettles, AK

Average rainfall in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
Bettles, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bettles, AK

Average snowfall in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bettles, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bettles, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bettles, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Bettles, AK

Average UV index in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, September, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bettles, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Bettles, AK

Average visibility in October - Bettles, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (3mi).

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