October weather forecast
Knik, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Knik, Alaska, is a wintry autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Knik's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in September to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Knik maintains an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) throughout October's nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, in Knik, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Knik, during October, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.8 snowfall days, and 22.48" (571mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 5:57 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Knik is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Knik, records 41.4°F (5.2°C), while the low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Knik?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Knik, in October, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Knik, the average day length in October is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 5:57 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Knik is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Knik is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Knik, AK

Average temperature in October - Knik, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Knik, AK

Average pressure in October - Knik, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.71"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Knik, AK

Average wind speed in October - Knik, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Knik, AK

Average humidity in October - Knik, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Knik, AK

Average rainfall in October - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Knik, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Knik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Knik, AK

Average snowfall in October - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Knik, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Knik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Knik, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Knik, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Knik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Knik, AK

Average UV index in October - Knik, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Knik, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Knik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Knik, AK

Average visibility in October - Knik, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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