October weather forecastCantwell, AK
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Cantwell, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).Temperature
The onset of October witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in September to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Cantwell encounters a steady low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the month of October.Humidity
In Cantwell, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cantwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. October is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 10.98" (279mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 4.5h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 25.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 15.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).
Average pressure in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.76"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average humidity in October: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 10.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (10.98").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 17.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and April (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average UV index in October: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Cantwell, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in October
Cantwell, AK
- Average visibility in October: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and November (3mi).
