October weather forecast
McKinley Park, AK

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The landscape of the famed McKinley Park in the Alaska Denali National Park
The landscape of the famed McKinley Park in the Alaska Denali National Park

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in McKinley Park, Alaska, is a freezing cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

In McKinley Park, stepping into October signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from September's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) is witnessed in McKinley Park during October.

Humidity

In McKinley Park, the average relative humidity in October is 87%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in McKinley Park, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. The month with the most snowfall is October, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

In McKinley Park, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In McKinley Park, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during October translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in McKinley Park, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In McKinley Park, the average relative humidity in October is 87%.

How much does it rain in October?

In McKinley Park, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is October, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in October?

In McKinley Park, Alaska, during October, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In McKinley Park, Alaska, the average day length in October is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:42 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McKinley Park have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October in McKinley Park?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average temperature in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average pressure in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.77"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average wind speed in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average humidity in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (67%).

Average rainfall in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average rainfall in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average rainfall days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average snowfall in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 7.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (7.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average snowfall days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McKinley Park, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • 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: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average sunshine days in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average UV index in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

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

Average cloud cover in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average cloud cover in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
McKinley Park, AK

Average visibility in October - McKinley Park, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

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

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