October weather forecast
Cantwell, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cantwell, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.3°F (-9.3°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of October witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in September to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Cantwell encounters a steady low-temperature average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

In Cantwell, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cantwell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.9 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. October is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 10.98" (279mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cantwell, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Cantwell, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Cantwell, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

October is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.6 days and accumulates 10.98" (279mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Cantwell in October?

In Cantwell, in October, snow falls for 17.6 days, with typically accumulated 10.98" (279mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cantwell?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cantwell, sunrise is at 9:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cantwell have in October?

In Cantwell, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cantwell?

In Cantwell, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Cantwell, AK

Average temperature in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (57.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in October
Cantwell, AK

Average pressure in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.76"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Cantwell, AK

Average wind speed in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Cantwell, AK

Average humidity in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Cantwell, AK

Average rainfall in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Cantwell, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 10.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (10.98").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cantwell, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 17.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and April (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cantwell, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cantwell, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Cantwell, AK

Average UV index in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cantwell, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in October
Cantwell, AK

Average visibility in October - Cantwell, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March and November (3mi).

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