October weather forecast
Wales, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is an icy autumn month in Wales, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from September's frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Wales notes a consistent average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wales, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.5 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Wales, in October, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 90 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wales, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 11:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during October translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

In Wales, in October, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Wales is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Wales, during October, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wales have in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Wales is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Wales, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wales, AK

Average temperature in October - Wales, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (1.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Wales, AK

Average pressure in October - Wales, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wales, AK

Average wind speed in October - Wales, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12mph).

Average humidity in October
Wales, AK

Average humidity in October - Wales, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Wales, AK

Average rainfall in October - Wales, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Wales, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Wales, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wales, AK

Average snowfall in October - Wales, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wales, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Wales, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wales, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wales, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Wales, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Wales, AK

Average UV index in October - Wales, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wales, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Wales, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Wales, AK

Average visibility in October - Wales, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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