October weather forecast
Whittier, AK

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Weather in October

In October, Whittier starts to give in to the cold winds of winter. The temperatures drastically plummet compared to September, signifying a clear transition to a colder season. Complemented by the maximum average cloud cover of 66% in the month, the city adopts a greyer and colder look. Winter resurfaces slowly in October, evidenced by the return of snowfall, albeit just 3.74" (95mm). Despite the evident chill, October still provides final glimpses of late fall, interspersed with chilling winds.

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Whittier sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Whittier navigates through October with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Whittier, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 21.6 days and typically aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Whittier, during October, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Whittier, there are 111.4 snowfall days, and 193.66" (4919mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:20 am and sunset at 5:56 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whittier are January, February, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in October translates into the following instructions:
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. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Whittier in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Whittier, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Whittier?

In Whittier, Alaska, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

What is the wettest month in Whittier?

The month with the most rainfall in Whittier is October, when the rain falls for 21.6 days and typically aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Whittier in October?

In Whittier, during October, the rain falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Whittier?

In Whittier, Alaska, during October, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in October?

In Whittier, Alaska, the average day length in October is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Whittier?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:20 am and sunset at 5:56 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittier have in October?

In Whittier, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whittier?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Whittier?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Whittier is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Whittier, AK

Average temperature in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Whittier, AK

Average pressure in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.7"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Whittier, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Whittier, AK

Average humidity in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (82%).

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Average rainfall in October
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 12.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (12.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (3.9").

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Average rainfall days in October
Whittier, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (46.38").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Whittier, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.9 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
Whittier, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Whittier, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Whittier, AK

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Whittier, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and June (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in October
Whittier, AK

Average visibility in October - Whittier, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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