October weather forecast
Douglas, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Douglas, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in September to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). During October, Douglas's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Douglas, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.8 snowfall days, it receives 9.29" (236mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 snowfall days, and 290.12" (7369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Douglas, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Douglas, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Douglas are January, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in October transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Douglas?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Douglas?

In Douglas, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Douglas?

The month with the most rainfall in Douglas is October, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 9.88" (251mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Douglas?

In Douglas, Alaska, in October, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 9.88" (251mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Douglas?

October is the first month it typically snows in Douglas, Alaska. Throughout October, in the average 5.8 snowfall days, it receives 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Douglas is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Douglas?

On the first day of October in Douglas, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Douglas?

In Douglas, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Douglas?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Douglas?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Douglas, AK

Average temperature in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Douglas, AK

Average pressure in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Douglas, AK

Average wind speed in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Douglas, AK

Average humidity in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

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Average rainfall in October
Douglas, AK

Average rainfall in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 9.88"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

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Average rainfall days in October
Douglas, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Douglas, AK

Average snowfall in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 9.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Douglas, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Douglas, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Douglas, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Douglas, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

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Average visibility in October
Douglas, AK

Average visibility in October - Douglas, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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