October weather forecast
Birchwood, AK

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another cold autumn month in Birchwood, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in September to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). October nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

In Birchwood, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Birchwood, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Birchwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Birchwood, during October, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Birchwood, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 5:57 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Birchwood, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Birchwood is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is October cold in Birchwood?

The high-temperature in Birchwood during October is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Birchwood?

In Birchwood, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Birchwood?

In Birchwood, Alaska, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Birchwood?

In October, in Birchwood, Alaska, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout October, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Birchwood?

The average day length in October in Birchwood is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Birchwood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:25 am and sunset at 5:57 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Birchwood have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Birchwood, Alaska, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Birchwood?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Birchwood, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Birchwood, AK

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Birchwood, AK

Average pressure in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.71"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in October
Birchwood, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Birchwood, AK

Average humidity in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

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

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Average rainfall in October
Birchwood, AK

Average rainfall in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Birchwood, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Birchwood, AK

Average snowfall in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Birchwood, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Birchwood, AK

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Birchwood, AK

Average UV index in October - Birchwood, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Birchwood, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Birchwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Birchwood, AK

Average visibility in October - Birchwood, 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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