October weather forecast
Wales, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another cold autumn month in Wales, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in September to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). October nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a still cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Wales, during October, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 90 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wales, Alaska, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Wales, the average sunshine in October is 3.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in October translates into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Wales is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in October?

In Wales, during October, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 8:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:04 am and sunset at 6:46 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Wales, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In Wales, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Wales, AK

Average temperature in October - Wales, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (1.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Wales, AK

Average pressure in October - Wales, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wales, AK

Average wind speed in October - Wales, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12mph).

Average humidity in October
Wales, AK

Average humidity in October - Wales, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Wales, AK

Average rainfall in October - Wales, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Wales, AK

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wales, AK

Average snowfall in October - Wales, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wales, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wales, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wales, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Wales, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Wales, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wales, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Wales, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Wales, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5mi).

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