October weather forecast
Wells, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is an icy autumn month in Wells, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in September to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Wells sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in October, with an average low settling at a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Wells is 84%.

Rainfall

In Wells, in October, during 20.2 rainfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.4 rainfall days, and 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wells, Alaska. October is the first month it typically snows in Wells. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wells, there are 83.4 snowfall days, and 86.57" (2199mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Wells, Alaska, the average sunshine in October is 4.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Wells is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wells in October?

In Wells, 38.1°F (3.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October in Wells?

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in October in Wells?

In Wells, in October, it is raining for 20.2 days, with typically 5.35" (136mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Wells?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Wells, Alaska, is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wells?

On the first day of October in Wells, Alaska, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wells?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Wells?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Wells is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wells, AK

Average temperature in October - Wells, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 38.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Wells, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Wells, AK

Average wind speed in October - Wells, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Wells, AK

Average humidity in October - Wells, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in October
Wells, AK

Average rainfall in October - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 5.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in October
Wells, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Wells, AK

Average snowfall in October - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Wells, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 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
Wells, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wells, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Wells, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Wells, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Wells, AK

Average UV index in October - Wells, 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 February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Wells, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Wells, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in October
Wells, AK

Average visibility in October - Wells, 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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