October weather forecastFort Simpson, Canada
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Fort Simpson, Canada, is a wintry autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.6°C (36.7°F) and -3.1°C (26.4°F).Temperature
October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a mild 13.9°C (57°F) in September to an icy 2.6°C (36.7°F). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of -3.1°C (26.4°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout October, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Simpson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.3 days and collects up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Fort Simpson, in October, during 7.8 snowfall days, 72mm (2.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Fort Simpson, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.9 days and aggregates up to 452mm (17.8") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Fort Simpson is 9h and 56min.On the first day of October in Fort Simpson, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:35 am and sunset at 6:02 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Fort Simpson, Canada, is 4.9h.UV index
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Fort Simpson. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 1 in October translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average high temperature in October: 2.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -3.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-24.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average pressure in October: 1013.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average wind speed in October: 8.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average humidity in October: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).
Average rainfall in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average rainfall in October: 12mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average rainfall days in October: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average snowfall in October: 72mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (102mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average snowfall days in October: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average UV index in October: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average cloud cover in October: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Fort Simpson, Canada
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4km).
