October weather forecast
Ruby, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another cold autumn month in Ruby, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

As September gives way to October, the average high-temperature displays a considerable decrease, falling from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Ruby's average temperature throughout the nights in October exhibits a minor decrease from daytime highs, stabilizing at a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ruby, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ruby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.7 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ruby, during October, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 115.2 snowfall days, and 43.07" (1094mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Ruby is 9h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Ruby, the average sunshine in October is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

In Ruby, 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ruby, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Ruby?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Ruby, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:08 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruby have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through 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 October, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in October
Ruby, AK

Average temperature in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Ruby, AK

Average pressure in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.76"Hg

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

Average wind speed in October
Ruby, AK

Average wind speed in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Ruby, AK

Average humidity in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Ruby, AK

Average rainfall in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Ruby, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ruby, AK

Average snowfall in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ruby, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ruby, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Ruby, AK

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ruby, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in October
Ruby, AK

Average visibility in October - Ruby, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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