October weather forecastMentasta Lake, AK
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, is another subzero cold autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).Temperature
October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in September to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In Mentasta Lake, the average low-temperature during October nights tends to settle at a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
In Mentasta Lake, in October, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.6 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mentasta Lake, during October, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Mentasta Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.8 days and aggregates up to 32.72" (831mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:10 am and sunset at 5:25 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 28.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 20.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°F).
Average pressure in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.8"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in October
Mentasta Lake, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (5mi).
