October weather forecast
Cape Nome, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is an icy autumn month in Cape Nome, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

Cape Nome's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in September to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Cape Nome's October temperatures average at 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cape Nome, Alaska, in October, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cape Nome, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.6 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Cape Nome, Alaska, in October, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cape Nome, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 10:44 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Cape Nome, the average sunshine in October is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during October morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Cape Nome?

During October, Cape Nome experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Cape Nome?

The average relative humidity in October in Cape Nome, Alaska, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Cape Nome?

In October, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cape Nome in October?

In October, in Cape Nome, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cape Nome have in October?

The average day length in October in Cape Nome, Alaska, is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cape Nome?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:44 am and sunset at 6:42 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Nome have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Cape Nome, Alaska, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cape Nome?

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Cape Nome, Alaska.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cape Nome?

In Cape Nome, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average temperature in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average pressure in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average wind speed in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average humidity in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average UV index in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in October
Cape Nome, AK

Average visibility in October - Cape Nome, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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