October weather forecast
Holy Cross, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Holy Cross, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

Holy Cross in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in September to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). During October, Holy Cross's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In Holy Cross, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Holy Cross, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Holy Cross, in October, during 8.2 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.6 days and aggregates up to 51.93" (1319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Holy Cross, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of October, in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 6:33 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Holy Cross is 4.6h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Holy Cross, records 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Holy Cross, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Holy Cross, in October, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holy Cross have in October?

The average day length in October is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:11 am and sunset at 6:33 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Holy Cross, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average temperature in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average pressure in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average wind speed in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average humidity in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Holy Cross, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average UV index in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in October
Holy Cross, AK

Average visibility in October - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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