October weather forecast
McKinley Park, AK

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The landscape of the famed McKinley Park in the Alaska Denali National Park
The landscape of the famed McKinley Park in the Alaska Denali National Park

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in McKinley Park, Alaska, is another subzero cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in September to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In McKinley Park, the October nights cool down to an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in McKinley Park is 87%.

Rainfall

In McKinley Park, in October, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McKinley Park, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.7 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. The month with the most snowfall in McKinley Park is October, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of October, in McKinley Park, Alaska, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in McKinley Park. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in McKinley Park in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in McKinley Park, records 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in McKinley Park?

The average relative humidity in October in McKinley Park is 87%.

How many days does it rain in October in McKinley Park?

In October, in McKinley Park, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in McKinley Park?

October is the month with the most snowfall in McKinley Park, Alaska. Snow falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McKinley Park in October?

In McKinley Park, during October, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McKinley Park have in October?

In McKinley Park, the average day length in October is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in McKinley Park?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in McKinley Park?

In McKinley Park, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in McKinley Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in McKinley Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in McKinley Park, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average temperature in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

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Average pressure in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average pressure in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average wind speed in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average humidity in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average rainfall in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average rainfall days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average snowfall in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (7.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average snowfall days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McKinley Park, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average sunshine days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average UV index in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average cloud cover in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average visibility in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (3mi).

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