October weather forecast
Delta Junction, AK

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Weather in October

October ushers in the chilly weather and elevated snowfall that characterize winter in Delta Junction. The highest average temperature drops down to 35.8°F (2.1°C). A noticeable increase in snowfall days to 4.5, and a dip in daylight hours to 9.7, highlight the progression towards winter. Despite this, October brings with it a display of beautiful fall foliage in Delta Junction. This crisp and chilly chapter of the year might prompt residents to bundle up in anticipation of the oncoming winter.

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Delta Junction during October, decreasing from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in September to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout October, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Delta Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.4 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are March and October, with an average 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Delta Junction, Alaska, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Delta Junction, records 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Delta Junction, in October, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Delta Junction?

The months with the most snowfall are March and October, with an average 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout October, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 5:27 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average temperature in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average pressure in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Delta Junction, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average humidity in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average rainfall in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average snowfall in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.99"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average UV index in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Delta Junction, AK

Average visibility in October - Delta Junction, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).

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