October weather forecastCape Dorset, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cape Dorset, Canada, is another subzero cold autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -3.5°C (25.7°F) and -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Temperature

With October's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from September's icy 4.1°C (39.4°F) to a subzero cold -1.4°C (29.5°F). In Cape Dorset, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of October, with an average low-temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Humidity

In Cape Dorset, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

In Cape Dorset, during October, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Cape Dorset, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65.3 days and collects up to 263mm (10.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Cape Dorset. In Cape Dorset, Canada, during October, snow falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of snow. In Cape Dorset, during the entire year, snow falls for 150.5 days and aggregates up to 650mm (25.59") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Cape Dorset, Canada, the average seawater temperature in October is 1°C (33.8°F).
Note: With respect to swimming, this presents an immediate life risk. Instant loss of breath control impedes logical thought. The use of a specialized swimsuit is vital to curb thermal loss.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Cape Dorset, Canada, is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Cape Dorset is 2.5h.

UV index

January through May, September 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cape Dorset, Canada, during October are -1.4°C (29.5°F) and -3.5°C (25.7°F) respectively.

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

In Cape Dorset, in October, during 6 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, in Cape Dorset, it is snowing for 15.4 days. Throughout October, 90mm (3.54") of snow is accumulated.

In Cape Dorset, in October, the average water temperature is 1°C (33.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In October, the average day length in Cape Dorset is 9h and 43min.

On the first day of October in Cape Dorset, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Cape Dorset is 2.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Cape Dorset, Canada, are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In Cape Dorset, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

4.1°C

-1.4°C

-6.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.7km/h

24.9km/h

23.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.3

15.4

20.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.8

10.2

6.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average high temperature in October: -1.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-22.3°C).

Average low temperature in October: -3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-26.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average pressure in October: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average wind speed in October: 23.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (23.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average humidity in October: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average rainfall in October: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average rainfall days in October: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average snowfall in October: 90mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (1mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average snowfall days in October: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average sea temperature in October: 1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average daylight in October: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine in October: 2h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average sunshine days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Cape Dorset, Canada

Average UV index in October: 1

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