October weather forecastFairbanks, MN
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Fairbanks, Minnesota, is another chilly autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C).Temperature
The shift into October is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in September to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Throughout October, Fairbanks witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
In Fairbanks, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In Fairbanks, in October, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fairbanks are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 5.3 snowfall days, it receives 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 91 days and aggregates up to 35.83" (910mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Fairbanks is 10h and 51min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 4.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average high temperature in October: 48.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall in October: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall days in October: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average cloud cover in October: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in October
Fairbanks, MN
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
