Weather forecast for 10 daysWainwright, AK

Weather forecast for the weekend

Saturday Oct 17, 2026

  • 28°F
  • 25°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Wind: 16mphWNW 288°
  • Humidity: 81%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:07 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:43 pm AKDT
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Today, in Wainwright, gray and overcast skies will be present.
Minimal precipitation is forecasted. Temperature readings will slightly shift from a daytime peak of a subzero 28.4°F to a nighttime low of a freezing 24.8°F.
The highest temperature today will align with the usual October peak of 29.3°F.
Sunrise will be at 10:07 am and sunset at 6:43 pm; the daylight will last for 8h and 35min.

Sunday Oct 18, 2026

  • 30°F
  • 25°F
PM Snow Showers / Wind
PM Snow Showers / Wind
  • Precip. probability: 56%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Wind: 22mphSSW 207°
  • Humidity: 87%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:12 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:38 pm AKDT
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Tomorrow, on Sunday, October 18, wintry precipitation with gusty afternoon winds may make travel difficult.
Minimal precipitation is anticipated. Minimal precipitation is expected.
Temperature shifts will be modest, ranging from a peak of a harsh 30.2°F to a low of a subzero 24.8°F.
Tomorrow's top temperature is set to align with the common October high of 29.3°F.
Sunrise will be at 10:12 am and sunset at 6:38 pm; tomorrow's daylight will last for 8h and 26min.

10-day overview

Daily temperatures

Maximum temperature: 30°C.
Coldest period: Wednesday - Friday 27°C.

Chance of precipitation

Highest chance: tomorrow 56%.

Long-term weather forecast

  • Saturday
  • Oct 17, 2026
  • 28°F
  • 25°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Wind: 16mphWNW 288°
  • Humidity: 81%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:07 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:43 pm AKDT
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  • Sunday
  • Oct 18, 2026
  • 30°F
  • 25°F
PM Snow Showers / Wind
PM Snow Showers / Wind
  • Precip. probability: 56%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Wind: 22mphSSW 207°
  • Humidity: 87%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:12 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:38 pm AKDT
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  • Monday
  • Oct 19, 2026
  • 28°F
  • 27°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Wind: 14mphSSW 209°
  • Humidity: 90%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:16 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:33 pm AKDT
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  • Tuesday
  • Oct 20, 2026
  • 30°F
  • 25°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Wind: 11mphNW 312°
  • Humidity: 85%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:21 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:28 pm AKDT
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  • Wednesday
  • Oct 21, 2026
  • 27°F
  • 23°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Wind: 11mphWSW 239°
  • Humidity: 86%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:26 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:23 pm AKDT
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  • Thursday
  • Oct 22, 2026
  • 27°F
  • 23°F
PM Snow Showers
PM Snow Showers
  • Precip. probability: 30%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Wind: 16mphSSW 202°
  • Humidity: 86%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:30 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:18 pm AKDT
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  • Friday
  • Oct 23, 2026
  • 27°F
  • 25°F
PM Snow Showers
PM Snow Showers
  • Precip. probability: 36%
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Wind: 17mphSSE 156°
  • Humidity: 83%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:35 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:13 pm AKDT
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  • Saturday
  • Oct 24, 2026
  • 30°F
  • 28°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Wind: 18mphSSE 158°
  • Humidity: 84%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:40 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:08 pm AKDT
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  • Sunday
  • Oct 25, 2026
  • 30°F
  • 27°F
PM Snow Showers
PM Snow Showers
  • Precip. probability: 31%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Wind: 19mphS 186°
  • Humidity: 87%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:45 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 6:03 pm AKDT
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  • Monday
  • Oct 26, 2026
  • 30°F
  • 27°F
PM Snow Showers
PM Snow Showers
  • Precip. probability: 38%
  • Precipitation: 0.24"
  • Wind: 14mphSSE 165°
  • Humidity: 88%
  • UV index: 0
  • Sunrise: 10:50 am AKDT
  • Sunset: 5:58 pm AKDT
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Ten-day trends indicate that a combination of gloomy and snowy and cold weather is predicted.
Rainfall is predicted for Saturday, Monday and next Saturday.
Snowfall is forecasted for Sunday, Thursday, Friday, next Sunday and Monday. With moderate precipitation of 0.24", most snowfall is expected on next Monday.
The high temperatures are expected to remain largely stable in the upcoming days. The maximum temperature will vary between 26.6°F and 30.2°F, while the lowest nightly temperature differences will be also negligible, as the lowest temperatures will remain in the range of 23°F to 28.4°F.
The warmest days in Wainwright will be Sunday, Tuesday, next Saturday through next Monday, with a maximum of 30.2°F; the coldest days will be Wednesday through Friday, with a maximum of 26.6°F.
Updated: Oct 17, 2026 @ 17:39:46 UTC
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Frequently asked questions

Today, cloudy weather is anticipated.

Today, there is a low chance of minimal precipitation in Wainwright.

Today, the maximum temperature will be 28.4°F, while the minimum temperature will be 24.8°F.
The maximum temperature will be in line with the average highest temperature of 29.3°F in October. Today, the lowest temperature will be also in line with the average low temperature.

On Saturday, in Wainwright, sunrise will be at 10:07 am and sunset at 6:43 pm (AKDT).

In Wainwright, today, there will be 8h and 35min of daylight.

Tomorrow, in Wainwright, expect wintry conditions with snowfall and strong winds picking up later.

There is a high probability of rainfall in Wainwright, Alaska. Precipitation will be minimal.

There is a high chance of snowfall, but precipitation will be minimal.

Tomorrow, the maximum temperature in Wainwright will be 30.2°F, while the minimum temperature will be 24.8°F.
Tomorrow, the highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum temperature in October. Tomorrow, the lowest temperature will be also in line with the average low temperature.

On Sunday, in Wainwright, sunrise will be at 10:12 am and sunset at 6:38 pm (AKDT).

In Wainwright, the length of the day tomorrow will be 8h and 26min.