October weather forecast
Mentasta Lake, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a freezing cold autumn month in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in September to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). Mentasta Lake's average nighttime temperature in October modestly descends to a still subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Mentasta Lake, 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

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Mentasta Lake, Alaska, during October, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mentasta Lake, there are 93.8 snowfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mentasta Lake, the average length of the day in October 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 Mentasta Lake, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mentasta Lake are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Mentasta Lake?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mentasta Lake, is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Mentasta Lake?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Mentasta Lake?

In Mentasta Lake, in October, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mentasta Lake in October?

In Mentasta Lake, in October, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mentasta Lake?

The average day length in October is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mentasta Lake?

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.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mentasta Lake?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mentasta Lake?

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October in Mentasta Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average pressure in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average wind speed in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average humidity in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average snowfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average UV index in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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Average visibility in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

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).

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