October weather forecast
Selawik, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another subzero cold autumn month in Selawik, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Selawik's transition into October is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in September to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Selawik is 80%.

Rainfall

In Selawik, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Selawik, there are 85.8 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Selawik are January through May, September through December. In Selawik, in October, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.54" (90mm) of snow. In Selawik, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.6 days and aggregates up to 33.58" (853mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 23min.
On the first day of October in Selawik, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:39 am and sunset at 6:07 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Selawik in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Selawik, is 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Selawik?

The average relative humidity in October in Selawik is 80%.

How much does it rain in Selawik in October?

In Selawik, Alaska, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Selawik?

In Selawik, Alaska, in October, during 8.9 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in October in Selawik, Alaska, is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Selawik?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Selawik, sunrise is at 10:39 am and sunset at 6:07 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Selawik have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Selawik is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Selawik?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Selawik, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Selawik, AK

Average temperature in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (62.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Selawik, AK

Average pressure in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Selawik, AK

Average wind speed in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Selawik, AK

Average humidity in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

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Average rainfall in October
Selawik, AK

Average rainfall in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Selawik, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Selawik, AK

Average snowfall in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Selawik, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 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
Selawik, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Selawik, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Selawik, AK

Average UV index in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Selawik, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Selawik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in October
Selawik, AK

Average visibility in October - Selawik, 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 and December (4mi).

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