October weather forecastArsuk, Greenland

October weather for Arsuk, Greenland: In Arsuk, Greenland, in October, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 88mm (3.46") of snow. October 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Arsuk, and the time zone changes from -01 to -02.

October

Weather in October

October brings a chill to the city of Arsuk, a distinct hint of snow in the air. Snowfall charts a sharp rise, from 3mm (0.12") in September to a startling 88mm (3.46") in October. Sweaters, woolen socks, and warm hats have become daily essentials for the locals. As the cold intensifies, the landscape is awash with the hues of winter, the homes emit warmth from fireplaces. Preparations for the long, intense winter season are underway throughout the city, enlightening the visitors about the Arctic way of life.

Temperature

October brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a wintry 5.3°C (41.5°F) in September to a still icy 1.6°C (34.9°F). During October, nights cool slightly to an average low of -1.6°C (29.1°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Arsuk, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. In Arsuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 701mm (27.6") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arsuk are January through June, September through December. In Arsuk, during October, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85.8 snowfall days, and 1313mm (51.69") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Arsuk, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 19:44 -01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 17:14 -02.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from -01 to -02. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Saturday, 29. March 2025, at 23:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from -02 to -01.

Sunshine

In Arsuk, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Arsuk is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

October temperatures in Arsuk vary between a high-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F) and a low-temperature of -1.6°C (29.1°F).

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Arsuk, Greenland.

The average relative humidity in October in Arsuk is 70%.

In Arsuk, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation.

In Arsuk, Greenland, in October, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 88mm (3.46") of snow.

In Arsuk, Greenland, the average day length in October is 10h and 1min.

On the first day of October in Arsuk, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 19:44 -01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 17:14 -02.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Arsuk, and the time zone changes from -01 to -02. The next DST starts on Saturday, 29. March 2025, at 23:00.

In Arsuk, Greenland, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Arsuk is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average high temperature in October: 1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average pressure in October: 1006.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average wind speed in October: 20.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average rainfall in October: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average snowfall in October: 88mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (260mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and September (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Arsuk, Greenland

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).