October weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Pleasant Valley, Alaska, is a wintry autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Pleasant Valley's weather in October is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in September to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Throughout October, Pleasant Valley experiences a low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Valley, during October, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.2 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Valley, in October, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pleasant Valley, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:27 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Pleasant Valley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Pleasant Valley, in October, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 5:27 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average temperature in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average pressure in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.79"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average wind speed in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, October, November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average humidity in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (56%).

Average rainfall in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average rainfall in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average snowfall in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average UV index in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Pleasant Valley, AK

Average visibility in October - Pleasant Valley, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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