October weather forecastYakutat, AK
October
Weather in October
October brings further signs of winter's approach in Yakutat, Alaska, as temperatures drop and rainfall increases. Intensified autumn cold is reflected in the downward shift of the temperature to 47.3°F (8.5°C). In a shift from September’s weather, heavier downpours are recorded while the number of sunshine days continues to decrease. Sea temperatures gradually decrease, contributing to the cooling weather conditions. Ironically, despite the cooling temperatures, atmospheric pressure rises, adding to autumn's subtle climatic complexity.Temperature
October signifies a gentle decline in Yakutat's average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in September to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Yakutat logs an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) during the nights of October, subtly lower than its daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 8.54" (217mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Yakutat, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 45.31" (1151mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In October, the average ocean temperature is 50°F (10°C).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 50°F (10°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 8min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 4h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 47.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.78"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 8.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").
Average rainfall days in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average sea temperature in October: 50°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Yakutat, 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 and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in October
Yakutat, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
