October weather forecast
Chugiak, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Chugiak, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Chugiak logs an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during the nights of October, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Chugiak, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chugiak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Chugiak, in October, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Chugiak, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.9 days and aggregates up to 24.37" (619mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Chugiak during October?

The high-temperature during October is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Chugiak?

In October, the average relative humidity in Chugiak is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Chugiak?

In Chugiak, Alaska, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Chugiak?

In Chugiak, during October, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Chugiak?

In Chugiak, the average day length in October is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Chugiak?

On the first day of October in Chugiak, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Chugiak have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Chugiak?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Chugiak, AK

Average temperature in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Chugiak, AK

Average pressure in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Chugiak, AK

Average wind speed in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Chugiak, AK

Average humidity in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
Chugiak, AK

Average rainfall in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Chugiak, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Chugiak, AK

Average snowfall in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Chugiak, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Chugiak, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Chugiak, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Chugiak, AK

Average UV index in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Chugiak, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Chugiak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Chugiak, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).

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