October weather forecast
Nikolai, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Nikolai, Alaska, is a wintry autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Nikolai experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the October nights, recording an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Nikolai, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Nikolai, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nikolai, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Nikolai, Alaska. In October, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nikolai, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 38.66" (982mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Nikolai is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of October, in Nikolai, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Nikolai, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. 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 Nikolai?

October temperatures in Nikolai vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Nikolai?

The average relative humidity in October in Nikolai is 83%.

How much does it rain in Nikolai in October?

In October, in Nikolai, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nikolai in October?

In Nikolai, Alaska, in October, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Nikolai?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nikolai, sunrise is at 9:54 am and sunset at 6:07 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Nikolai?

The average sunshine duration in October in Nikolai, Alaska, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nikolai?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Nikolai?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Nikolai, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Nikolai, AK

Average temperature in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Nikolai, AK

Average pressure in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Nikolai, AK

Average wind speed in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Nikolai, AK

Average humidity in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

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Average rainfall in October
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Nikolai, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Nikolai, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 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
Nikolai, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nikolai, 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: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Nikolai, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Nikolai, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Nikolai, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in October
Nikolai, AK

Average visibility in October - Nikolai, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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