Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The beginning of October subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in September to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The October nights in Barrow show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Barrow, Alaska, is 84%.Rainfall
In Barrow, in October, during 3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barrow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 58.5 days and collects up to 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall in Barrow. October is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature in Barrow is 32°F (0°C).Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Barrow is 8h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 11:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 2.3h.UV index
January through March, May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Barrow. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Barrow, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 29.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (43.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (37°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Barrow, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.9"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Barrow, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 15.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Barrow, AK
- Average humidity in October: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).
Average rainfall in October
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.2").
Average rainfall days in October
Barrow, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 3.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.15").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").
Average snowfall days in October
Barrow, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Barrow, AK
- Average sea temperature in October: 32°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (36°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (28°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Barrow, AK
- Average daylight in October: 8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 2h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Barrow, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Barrow, AK
- Average UV index in October: 1
The months with the highest UV index are April, June, July and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Barrow, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 79
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in October
Barrow, AK
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).
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