October weather forecast
Kodiak, AK

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Natural forests, mountains, and distant hill ranges surrounding the small town of Kodiak in Alaska
Natural forests, mountains, and distant hill ranges surrounding the small town of Kodiak in Alaska

Weather in October

October embodies the essence of autumn in Kodiak’s weather repertoire. Compared to September, this month sees a major decrease in temperature, telling the start of a cooling trend. Kodiak continues to witness longer rainfall hours, even after the fairly high September rainfall. Ready to welcome winter, October gives birth to snowfall after a hiatus of five months, offering a hint of the forthcoming winter. While the number of sunshine hours during October is substantially lower, compared to the summer months, autumn's splendor takes the center stage.

Temperature

October implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). In Kodiak, nights during October observe an average temperature decrease to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and November, with an average 4.53" (115mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Kodiak. In Kodiak, in October, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Kodiak, the average seawater temperature in October is 47.5°F (8.6°C).
Note: Staying in 47.5°F (8.6°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kodiak is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 9:22 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Kodiak, the average sunshine in October is 5.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Kodiak experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are October and November, with an average 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Kodiak, in October, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 4.53" (115mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout October, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in October?

In Kodiak, the average seawater temperature in October is 47.5°F (8.6°C). Swimming in 47.5°F (8.6°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kodiak?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:22 am and sunset at 6:23 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Kodiak, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Kodiak, AK

Average temperature in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average high temperature in October: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Kodiak, AK

Average pressure in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average pressure in October: 29.62"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Kodiak, AK

Average wind speed in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Kodiak, AK

Average humidity in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average rainfall in October: 4.53"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Kodiak, AK

Average rainfall days in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kodiak, AK

Average snowfall in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kodiak, AK

Average snowfall days in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Kodiak, AK

Average sea temperature in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average sea temperature in October: 47.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.5°F).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kodiak, AK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kodiak, AK

Average sunshine days in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Kodiak, AK

Average UV index in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Kodiak, AK

Average cloud cover in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Kodiak, AK

Average visibility in October - Kodiak, AK
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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