October weather forecast
Mentasta Lake, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mentasta Lake, Alaska, is another subzero cold autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in September to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In Mentasta Lake, the average low-temperature during October nights tends to settle at a still freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mentasta Lake, in October, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.6 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mentasta Lake, during October, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. In Mentasta Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.8 days and aggregates up to 32.72" (831mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:10 am and sunset at 5:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

In Mentasta Lake, 28.9°F (-1.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Mentasta Lake, in October, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Mentasta Lake, in October, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mentasta Lake have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:10 am and sunset at 5:25 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mentasta Lake, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mentasta Lake.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average temperature in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°F).

Average pressure in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average pressure in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.8"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average wind speed in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average humidity in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average rainfall in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average snowfall in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 10.2 days

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

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mentasta Lake, 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: 5h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average UV index in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Mentasta Lake, AK

Average visibility in October - Mentasta Lake, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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