October weather forecast
Tanacross, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Tanacross, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

As Tanacross transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in September to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Tanacross, Alaska, is noticed in October, marking the average low at 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout October, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tanacross, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, in Tanacross, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tanacross, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.8 days and aggregates up to 32.72" (831mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Tanacross is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, in Tanacross, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Tanacross, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Tanacross?

The high-temperature during October is 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tanacross?

In Tanacross, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Tanacross?

In Tanacross, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tanacross in October?

In Tanacross, in October, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Tanacross, Alaska, is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Tanacross?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tanacross, sunrise is at 9:12 am and sunset at 5:21 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Tanacross?

In Tanacross, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tanacross?

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tanacross, Alaska.

How high is the UV index in October in Tanacross?

In Tanacross, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Tanacross, AK

Average temperature in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Tanacross, AK

Average pressure in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.8"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in October
Tanacross, AK

Average wind speed in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Tanacross, AK

Average humidity in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
Tanacross, AK

Average rainfall in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Tanacross, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Tanacross, AK

Average snowfall in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Tanacross, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Tanacross, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Tanacross, AK

Average UV index in October - Tanacross, 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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Tanacross, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in October
Tanacross, AK

Average visibility in October - Tanacross, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (5mi).

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