October weather forecastPoint Lay, AK
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Point Lay, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Temperature
October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Point Lay's temperature during October nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 82%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Point Lay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 8.19" (208mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Point Lay are January through December. In Point Lay, in October, during 10.6 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.3 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 8h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:11 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 11:20 am and sunset at 5:51 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Point Lay, the average sunshine in October is 3.2h.UV index
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 30.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.85"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.82"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 15.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 2.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.68").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").
Average snowfall days in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average daylight in October: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 69
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in October
Point Lay, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).
