October weather forecast
Ester, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another cold autumn month in Ester, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Ester's transition into October is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in September to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Ester registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ester, in October, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.7 days and collects up to 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ester, in October, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.4 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ester, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of October, in Ester, sunrise is at 9:39 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ester, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

In Ester, 34.3°F (1.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ester, during October, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Ester, in October, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:39 am and sunset at 5:31 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ester have in October?

In Ester, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Ester, AK

Average temperature in October - Ester, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

Average pressure in October
Ester, AK

Average pressure in October - Ester, 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
Ester, AK

Average wind speed in October - Ester, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ester, AK

Average humidity in October - Ester, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Ester, AK

Average rainfall in October - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Ester, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ester, AK

Average snowfall in October - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ester, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ester, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Ester, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Ester, AK

Average UV index in October - Ester, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ester, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Ester, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Ester, AK

Average visibility in October - Ester, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (3mi).

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