October weather forecast
McGrath, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in McGrath, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in September to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). October nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In McGrath, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McGrath, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In McGrath, in October, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 96.1 snowfall days, and 38.66" (982mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in McGrath is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during October translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

In McGrath, 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In McGrath, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in October?

In McGrath, during October, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McGrath have in October?

In McGrath, the average day length in October is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 6:13 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In McGrath, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In McGrath, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
McGrath, AK

Average temperature in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in October
McGrath, AK

Average pressure in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McGrath, AK

Average wind speed in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
McGrath, AK

Average humidity in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in October
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
McGrath, AK

Average rainfall days in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McGrath, AK

Average snowfall days in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
McGrath, AK

Average sunshine days in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
McGrath, AK

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

Average cloud cover in October
McGrath, AK

Average cloud cover in October - McGrath, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in October
McGrath, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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