October weather forecast
Skagway, AK

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The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in Alaska
The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in Alaska

Weather in October

October in Skagway witnesses a more pronounced fall weather, with a significant drop in temperatures. Snowfall becomes more regular, presenting Skagway in a new light with 2.24in. Rainfall also remains pretty consistent, adding to the city's generally damp feel during this month. As daylight hours keep reducing, the cloud cover becomes denser and the visibility drops slightly. The shift from fall towards the colder winter months distinctly stands out in October's weather profile in Skagway.

Temperature

With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature in Skagway shows a decrease, transitioning from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in September to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Skagway's average temperature during the nights of October is recorded at a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Skagway, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

In Skagway, in October, during 18.4 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skagway, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.8 snowfall days, and 78.78" (2001mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Skagway, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of October in Skagway, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:08 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skagway are January, February, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Skagway in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Skagway, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Skagway?

The average relative humidity in October in Skagway, Alaska, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Skagway in October?

In October, in Skagway, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout October, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Skagway?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 3 snowfall days, it receives 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Skagway, Alaska, is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Skagway?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:08 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Skagway?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Skagway is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Skagway?

January, February, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Skagway, Alaska.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Skagway?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Skagway, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Skagway, AK

Average temperature in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Skagway, AK

Average pressure in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Skagway, AK

Average wind speed in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Skagway, AK

Average humidity in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (80%).

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Average rainfall in October
Skagway, AK

Average rainfall in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in October
Skagway, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Skagway, AK

Average snowfall in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Skagway, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Skagway, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Skagway, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Skagway, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Skagway, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Skagway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in October
Skagway, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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