October weather forecast
Tofty, AK

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another subzero cold autumn month in Tofty, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

Tofty experiences a clear temperature downturn in October, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in September to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In Tofty, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Tofty, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.5 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Tofty, during October, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 80 snowfall days, and 26.22" (666mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tofty, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 5:41 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Tofty, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

Tofty in October has an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Tofty, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Tofty, in October, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Tofty?

In Tofty, in October, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:52 am and sunset at 5:41 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Tofty, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Tofty, AK

Average temperature in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.3°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 (-11.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Tofty, AK

Average pressure in October - Tofty, 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
Tofty, AK

Average wind speed in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, February, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Tofty, AK

Average humidity in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (54%).

Average rainfall in October
Tofty, AK

Average rainfall in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Tofty, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Tofty, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Tofty, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Tofty, AK

Average UV index in October - Tofty, 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
Tofty, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Tofty, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Tofty, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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