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Weather in Alaska for October 2026

Your guide to Alaska weather in October - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • So far, October 2026 in Alaska is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.8 °C.

  • The forecast for the next days in Alaska predicts temperatures to be around 7 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Alaska at the beginning of October is 10.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 6.9 °C by the end of October.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Alaska in October brings notable rainfall, with an average of 19 rainy days and a total precipitation of 806.4 mm.

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  • Is October a good time to visit Alaska? check out the best time to travel to Alaska page.

  • ✨ Is October a good time to visit Alaska? – Ask the AI Weatherman

Average dry days
12
Dry days
Average rainy days
19
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
9°/6°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
18 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
85 %
Avg humidity

Alaska Weather October

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September
November
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Heavy rain
11°
2
Light rain
11°
3
Moderate rain
11°
4
Moderate rain
9°
5
Moderate rain
11°
6
Heavy rain
11°
7
Moderate rain
10°
8
Heavy rain
10°
9
Moderate rain
11°
10
Moderate rain
9°
11
Light rain shower
10°
12
Heavy rain
10°
13
Moderate rain
11°
14
Moderate rain
10°
15
Heavy rain
10°
16
Moderate rain
10°
17
Moderate rain
9°
18
Heavy rain
9°
19
Light rain
8°
20
Heavy rain
9°
21
Moderate rain
9°
22
Heavy rain
8°
23
Heavy rain
7°
24
Moderate rain
7°
25
Moderate rain
7°
26
Light rain
7°
27
Moderate rain
7°
28
Moderate rain
7°
29
Moderate rain
7°
30
Sunny
7°
31
Overcast
7°

What’s the Weather Like in Alaska This October?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Alaska’s cities this October.
Patchy rain possibleKetchikan9 °C / 6 °CPatchy rain possibleJuneau4 °C / 1 °CPatchy rain possibleAnchorage5 °C / 2 °CPatchy light drizzleSkagway1 °C / -2 °CModerate snowFairbanks0 °C / -4 °CPatchy rain possibleSitka8 °C / 5 °CCloudyDenali National Park0 °C / -4 °CPatchy rain possibleGlacier Bay National Park and Preserve7 °C / 4 °CPatchy rain possibleSeward5 °C / 0 °CPatchy rain possibleWhittier4 °C / 0 °CCloudyDenali Park-1 °C / -9 °CCloudyTalkeetna3 °C / -1 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during October in Alaska

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

October weather in Alaska day by day

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September November
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
Oct. 1 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 11° /8° 47 mm 2
Oct. 2 Light rain
Light rain
 11° /8° 9.4 mm 2.3
Oct. 3 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 11° /8° 16.3 mm 2
Oct. 4 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /7° 10.6 mm 2
Oct. 5 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 11° /8° 18.6 mm 2
Oct. 6 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 11° /9° 82.6 mm 2
Oct. 7 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 10° /8° 19.3 mm 2
Oct. 8 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 10° /8° 28 mm 2
Oct. 9 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 11° /8° 15.8 mm 1.9
Oct. 10 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /7° 19.1 mm 1.8
Oct. 11 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 10° /7° 1.2 mm 1.8
Oct. 12 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 10° /7° 62.5 mm 1.7
Oct. 13 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 11° /8° 20.3 mm 1.7
Oct. 14 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 10° /8° 16.6 mm 1.6
Oct. 15 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 10° /8° 46.2 mm 1.6
Oct. 16 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 10° /7° 24.6 mm 1.5
Oct. 17 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /7° 20.1 mm 1.5
Oct. 18 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 9° /6° 60.6 mm 1.4
Oct. 19 Light rain
Light rain
 8° /6° 2.8 mm 1.4
Oct. 20 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 9° /7° 34.1 mm 1.3
Oct. 21 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /5° 16.2 mm 1.3
Oct. 22 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 8° /4° 34.7 mm 1.2
Oct. 23 Heavy rain
Heavy rain
 7° /4° 42.2 mm 1
Oct. 24 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 7° /3° 12.4 mm 1.1
Oct. 25 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 7° /2° 10.7 mm 1.1
Oct. 26 Light rain
Light rain
 7° /2° 9.7 mm 1.1
Oct. 27 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 7° /3° 14.4 mm 1
Oct. 28 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 7° /2° 16.2 mm 1
Oct. 29 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 7° /2° 18.8 mm 1
Oct. 30 Sunny
Sunny
 7° /1° 0 mm 0.8
Oct. 31 Overcast
Overcast
 7° /1° 0.3 mm 0.7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Alaska in October is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Alaska forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Alaska in October - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Alaska during October?
During October, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 9° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Alaska during October?
Significant rainfall exceeding 806.4 mm is expected in Alaska during October, occurring over more than 19 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Alaska in October 2026?
Alaska typically sees 0 cm of snowfall during October.

What are the typical wind conditions in Alaska during October?
The average wind speed in Alaska during October is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

October rainfall patterns in Alaska

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Alaskas October weather 💧
Typically, Alaska has 19 rainy days in October with a total of 806.4 mm of rainfall.
Counties in Alaska
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Anchorage MunicipalityChugach Census AreaCity and Borough of WrangellDenali BoroughFairbanks North Star BoroughHoonah-Angoon Census AreaJuneau City and BoroughKenai Peninsula BoroughKetchikan Gateway BoroughMatanuska-Susitna BoroughNorth Slope BoroughSitka City and BoroughSkagway Municipality
Top locations in Alaska
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AnchorageDenali National ParkFairbanksGlacier Bay National Park and PreserveJuneauKetchikanSewardSitkaSkagwayWhittier
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