Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
The transition into October involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in September to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C). Seward reports an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during the subtly cooler October nights.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Seward is 83%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout October, 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Seward, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 56.06" (1424mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Seward. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72 snowfall days, and 73.19" (1859mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Seward, Alaska, in October, the average water temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).Note: It is advised against swimming in 49.3°F (9.6°C) when it drops below 50°F (10°C). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:20 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In Seward, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.UV index
January, 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in October converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Average temperature in October
Seward, AK
- Average high temperature in October: 39.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Seward, AK
- Average pressure in October: 29.67"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.61"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Seward, AK
- Average wind speed in October: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Seward, AK
- Average humidity in October: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, April and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).
Average rainfall in October
Seward, AK
- Average rainfall in October: 7.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (7.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.09").
Average rainfall days in October
Seward, AK
- Average rainfall days in October: 17.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Seward, AK
- Average snowfall in October: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Seward, AK
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Seward, AK
- Average sea temperature in October: 49.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Seward, AK
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Seward, AK
- Average sunshine days in October: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Seward, AK
- Average UV index in October: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Seward, AK
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in October
Seward, AK
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (5mi).
Seward, Alaska, USA
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