October weather forecastSand Point, AK
October
Weather in October
October ushers in the chillier season with temperatures dipping as low as 43°F (6.1°C). This drop is a prelude to the colder winter months. The humidity, after peaking mid-year, continues a steady decline. However, the rate of rainfall significantly hikes from 2.28in to 3.46in, leading to damper conditions. As this damper month proceeds into November, the temperature continues to fall, and the area experiences higher levels of windiness.Temperature
Sand Point's weather subtly changes with the onset of October, barely falling from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in September to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In Sand Point, October is characterized by an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Sand Point is 81%.Rainfall
In Sand Point, in October, it is raining for 16.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sand Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172 days and collects up to 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.6 snowfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).Note: Caution: 48°F (8.9°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.
Daylight
In Sand Point, Alaska, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 25min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:46 am and sunset at 7:04 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.61"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 15.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (79%).
Average rainfall in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.26").
Average rainfall days in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average sea temperature in October: 47.9°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and September (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in October
Sand Point, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).
