October weather forecastSkagway, AK
October
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
In October, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in September to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout the nights in October, Skagway notes an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 88%.Rainfall
In Skagway, during October, the rain falls for 18.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, 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. In Skagway, during the entire year, snow falls for 95.8 days and aggregates up to 78.78" (2001mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:08 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Skagway is 4.1h.UV index
January, February, April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Skagway, AK
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 6min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
