October weather forecastSlave Lake, Canada

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Slave Lake, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between -0.5°C (31.1°F) and 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Temperature

Slave Lake's transition into October is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F) in September to a frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) is observed during October.

Humidity

In Slave Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Slave Lake, there are 119.7 rainfall days, and 409mm (16.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In October, in Slave Lake, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout October, 96mm (3.78") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Slave Lake, there are 114.3 snowfall days, and 1073mm (42.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Slave Lake, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of October in Slave Lake, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Slave Lake, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during October translates into the following guidance:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Slave Lake, is 6.4°C (43.5°F) and the average low-temperature is -0.5°C (31.1°F).

In Slave Lake, Canada, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

In Slave Lake, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

In Slave Lake, during October, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of snow.

In Slave Lake, Canada, the average day length in October is 10h and 26min.

On the first day of October in Slave Lake, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 6:01 pm MDT.

In Slave Lake, Canada, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Slave Lake are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Slave Lake, Canada, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average high temperature in October: 6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-8.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average pressure in October: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average wind speed in October: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (61%).

Average rainfall in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average rainfall in October: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average snowfall in October: 96mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (173mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average snowfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Slave Lake, Canada

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).