October weather forecastKugluktuk, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Kugluktuk, Canada, is another subzero cold autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -9.8°C (14.4°F) and an average high of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Temperature

The transition from September to October brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F) to a subzero cold -3.5°C (25.7°F). During October, the temperature in Kugluktuk tends to dip to an average of -9.8°C (14.4°F) at night.

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84.7%.

Rainfall

October is the last month it rains in Kugluktuk. During 2.3 rainfall days, in October, Kugluktuk aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Kugluktuk, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.3 days and collects up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. October is the month with the most snowfall in Kugluktuk. Snow falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 350mm (13.78") of snow.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 1.2°C (34.2°F).
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In Kugluktuk, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of October in Kugluktuk, Canada, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 1.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Kugluktuk. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 0 in October leads to these guidelines:
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. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Kugluktuk in October has an average high-temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -9.8°C (14.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 84.7%, October is the most humid month in Kugluktuk.

In October, the average relative humidity is 84.7%.

October is the last month it rains in Kugluktuk. During 2.3 rainfall days, in October, Kugluktuk aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is October, when snow falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 350mm (13.78") of snow.

In Kugluktuk, in October, during 14.5 snowfall days, 350mm (13.78") of snow is typically accumulated.

In Kugluktuk, Canada, the average seawater temperature in October is 1.2°C (34.2°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.

The average day length in October is 9h and 14min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kugluktuk, sunrise is at 9:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm MDT.

In Kugluktuk, the average sunshine duration in October is 1.7h.

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Kugluktuk, Canada.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

6.5°C

-3.5°C

-14.8°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

3.7

14.5

13.4

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average high temperature in October: -3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.4°C).

Average low temperature in October: -9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-32°C).

Average humidity in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average humidity in October: 84.7%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (84.7%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64.8%).

Average rainfall in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average rainfall in October: 4.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (44.9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average rainfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, March, November and December (0 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average snowfall in October: 350mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (350mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average snowfall days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (14.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average sea temperature in October: 1.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (4.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-0.3°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average daylight in October: 9h and 12min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

Average sunshine in October: 1h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

Average UV index in October
Kugluktuk, Canada

Average UV index in October: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).