October weather forecastGjoa Haven, Canada
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Gjoa Haven, Canada, is another subzero cold autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max -5.4°C (22.3°F) and min -8°C (17.6°F).Temperature
Gjoa Haven in October undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from September's cold 2.5°C (36.5°F) to a freezing cold -5.4°C (22.3°F). A mean low-temperature of -8°C (17.6°F) is anticipated during the month of October, a slight step down from the daytime high.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Gjoa Haven is 88%.Rainfall
In Gjoa Haven, in October, it is raining for 1.6 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Gjoa Haven, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.7 days and collects up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gjoa Haven, Canada, are January through December. The month with the most snowfall in Gjoa Haven is October, when snow falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of snow.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Gjoa Haven is -0.9°C (30.4°F).Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 7min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 3:34 pm MDT.
Sunshine
In Gjoa Haven, the average sunshine in October is 2.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average high temperature in October: -5.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-25.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-29.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average pressure in October: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average wind speed in October: 20.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average humidity in October: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall in October: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (18mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average rainfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall in October: 72mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (72mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (2mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average snowfall days in October: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sea temperature in October: -0.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (0.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (-1.8°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 2h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average UV index in October: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average cloud cover in October: 76
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 90).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in October
Gjoa Haven, Canada
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).
