October weather forecast
Nenana, AK

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Weather in October

October in Nenana, Alaska, witnesses falling temperatures, a clear sign that winter is on its way. The pleasant days of September are replaced by a cold nip in the air. The decreasing temperatures coupled with shortening daylight hours make the evenings and nights considerably chilly. The city starts preparing for the long winter ahead, with residents buttoning up their coats. Despite the cold, the city is ablaze with color, and the seasonal charm is simply mesmerizing.

Temperature

As October arrives, Nenana's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from September's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Nenana records a steady low-temperature average of 24.8°F (-4°C) during October.

Humidity

In Nenana, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Nenana, in October, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nenana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.9 days and collects up to 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Nenana, during October, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80.5 snowfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout October, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Nenana, in October, during 6.4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Nenana, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nenana have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Nenana, AK

Average pressure in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.78"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Nenana, AK

Average wind speed in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, September and October (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Nenana, AK

Average humidity in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in October
Nenana, AK

Average rainfall in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Nenana, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Nenana, AK

Average snowfall in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Nenana, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Nenana, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Nenana, AK

Average UV index in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Nenana, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Nenana, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in October
Nenana, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (2mi).

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