October weather forecast
Circle, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another subzero cold autumn month in Circle, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in September to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Circle, Alaska, in October, during 6 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Circle, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.8 days and collects up to 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Circle, in October, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 30min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:30 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Circle, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

In October, in Circle, the average high-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Circle, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout October, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Circle, in October, during 10.4 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Circle have in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:30 am and sunset at 5:09 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Circle, AK

Average temperature in October - Circle, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Circle, AK

Average pressure in October - Circle, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.83"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Circle, AK

Average wind speed in October - Circle, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 3.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (2.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Circle, AK

Average humidity in October - Circle, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Circle, AK

Average rainfall in October - Circle, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Circle, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Circle, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Circle, AK

Average snowfall in October - Circle, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Circle, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Circle, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Circle, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Circle, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Circle, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Circle, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Circle, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Circle, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Circle, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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