October weather forecastWhitshed, AK
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Whitshed, Alaska, is a frosty autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).Temperature
October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in September to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Whitshed notes an average temperature descent to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) in October, a small shift from its daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.3 days and accumulates 9.09" (231mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 74.57" (1894mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 5:46 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Whitshed, the average sunshine in October is 3.7h.UV index
In Whitshed, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.72"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 9.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").
Average rainfall days in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 9.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).
Average UV index in October
Whitshed, 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 November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in October
Whitshed, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).





