October weather forecast
Sterling, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Sterling, Alaska, is another chilly autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

October comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in September to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Sterling nights in October witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In October, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 23.27" (591mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sterling, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Sterling, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sterling, during October, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Sterling, in October, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Sterling, the average day length in October is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 6:05 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sterling?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sterling, AK

Average temperature in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sterling, AK

Average pressure in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.68"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.64"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sterling, AK

Average wind speed in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sterling, AK

Average humidity in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Sterling, AK

Average rainfall in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Sterling, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sterling, AK

Average snowfall in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sterling, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sterling, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Sterling, AK

Average UV index in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sterling, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in October
Sterling, AK

Average visibility in October - Sterling, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

Sterling, Alaska, USA

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