October weather forecast
Anchor Point, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Anchor Point, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of October entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in September to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Anchor Point, October's low temperatures hover around a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Anchor Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.7 days and aggregates up to 30.47" (774mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:28 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Anchor Point, the average sunshine in October is 4.9h.

UV index

In Anchor Point, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is October cold?

The high-temperature, in October, in Anchor Point, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Anchor Point?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Anchor Point. Rain falls for 16.9 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Anchor Point, in October, during 16.9 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Anchor Point have in October?

In Anchor Point, the average day length in October is 10h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:28 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Anchor Point have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average temperature in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average pressure in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.66"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.61"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average wind speed in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average humidity in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July, August and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average UV index in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Anchor Point, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in October
Anchor Point, AK

Average visibility in October - Anchor Point, 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).

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