October weather forecast
Squaw Harbor, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Squaw Harbor, Alaska, is another chilly autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in September to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). October nighttime temperatures in Squaw Harbor hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Squaw Harbor, in October, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Squaw Harbor, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.6 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 25min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 7:04 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Squaw Harbor, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Squaw Harbor, the average high-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Squaw Harbor?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Squaw Harbor, during October, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 7:04 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Squaw Harbor?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average temperature in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average pressure in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.61"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average wind speed in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average humidity in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average rainfall in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average snowfall in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average UV index in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in October
Squaw Harbor, AK

Average visibility in October - Squaw Harbor, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

Squaw Harbor, Alaska, USA

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