October weather forecast
Shaktoolik, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shaktoolik, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in September to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). Shaktoolik nights in October witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, in Shaktoolik, Alaska, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shaktoolik, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shaktoolik, Alaska, are January through May, September through December. In October, in Shaktoolik, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shaktoolik, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:56 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of October, in Shaktoolik, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 6:27 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Shaktoolik is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Shaktoolik?

During October, Shaktoolik experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Shaktoolik?

The average relative humidity in October in Shaktoolik is 79%.

How much does it rain in Shaktoolik in October?

In Shaktoolik, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shaktoolik in October?

In Shaktoolik, in October, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In October, the average day length in Shaktoolik is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Shaktoolik?

On the first day of October in Shaktoolik, sunrise is at 8:56 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:28 am and sunset at 6:27 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Shaktoolik?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Shaktoolik is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Shaktoolik?

In Shaktoolik, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average temperature in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Shaktoolik, AK

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average wind speed in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average humidity in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average snowfall in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 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
Shaktoolik, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average UV index in October - Shaktoolik, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

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Average visibility in October
Shaktoolik, AK

Average visibility in October - Shaktoolik, 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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