October weather forecast
Chiniak, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Chiniak, Alaska, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

October brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in September to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Chiniak records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of October, averaging a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and November, with an average 4.53" (115mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Chiniak, in October, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chiniak, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Chiniak, the average high-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall in Chiniak are October and November, with an average 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Chiniak?

In Chiniak, in October, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 4.53" (115mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Chiniak, during October, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chiniak, sunrise is at 9:21 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chiniak have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Chiniak, AK

Average temperature in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Chiniak, AK

Average pressure in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.62"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Chiniak, AK

Average wind speed in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Chiniak, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 4.53"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Chiniak, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Chiniak, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chiniak, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Chiniak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Chiniak, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Chiniak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Chiniak, AK

Average visibility in October - Chiniak, AK
  • 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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