Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
October is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from an icy 2.3°C (36.1°F) in September to a freezing cold -2.4°C (27.7°F). Kangaarsuk navigates through October with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still subzero cold -4.6°C (23.7°F).Humidity
September and October, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. The month with the most snowfall is October, when snow falls for 15.7 days and typically aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of snow.Daylight
In Kangaarsuk, the average length of the day in October is 8h and 28min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 19:58 -01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:37 and sunset at 16:14 -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
The average sunshine in October is 3.3h.UV index
February, April, September through 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in October?
Average temperature in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average high temperature in October: -2.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (6.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-17.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-22.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average pressure in October: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.1mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average wind speed in October: 15.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average rainfall in October: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average snowfall in October: 171mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (171mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (4mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average snowfall days in October: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.4 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average daylight in October: 8h and 3min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average UV index in October: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average cloud cover in October: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in October
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (8km).
