October weather forecast
Wasilla, AK

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The famed Chugach Mountain Ranges in Wasilla, Alaska
The famed Chugach Mountain Ranges in Wasilla, Alaska

Weather in October

October weather in Wasilla is marked by a crisp, fall feel with cooler temperatures. Fresh snowfall begins to appear, setting the stage for the imminent winter. There's a steep drop in daylight hours returning to less than 10 hours per day. The first hints of frost may greet early morning joggers and walkers. Winter lovers eagerly anticipate the onset of winter and its festivities.

Temperature

Wasilla's average high-temperature decreases in October, falling from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in September to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). October nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Wasilla, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wasilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Wasilla. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates 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. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is October cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Wasilla, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wasilla, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wasilla have in October?

In October, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:27 am and sunset at 5:55 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Wasilla?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Wasilla, AK

Average temperature in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Wasilla, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wasilla, AK

Average wind speed in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Wasilla, AK

Average humidity in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Wasilla, AK

Average rainfall in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Wasilla, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wasilla, AK

Average snowfall in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wasilla, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wasilla, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wasilla, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Wasilla, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Wasilla, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Wasilla, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and May (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
Wasilla, AK

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

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

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