October weather forecast
Sleetmute, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a wintry autumn month in Sleetmute, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in September to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during October stays at a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Sleetmute, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sleetmute, during October, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.6 snowfall days, and 50.39" (1280mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of October, in Sleetmute, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

The high-temperature during October is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sleetmute, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sleetmute, in October, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Sleetmute, in October, during 7.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sleetmute have in October?

The average day length in October is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 7:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sleetmute, sunrise is at 9:58 am and sunset at 6:25 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Sleetmute, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In Sleetmute, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average temperature in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average pressure in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average wind speed in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Sleetmute, AK

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average rainfall in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average snowfall in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sleetmute, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sleetmute, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Sleetmute, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in October
Sleetmute, AK

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

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

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