United StatesAverage weather for Ketchikan in October
It's cool in October in Ketchikan with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 8°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Ketchikan with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 8°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 12°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Ketchikan is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 5°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Ketchikan is 12°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In October, there is an average of 430 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Ketchikan in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
12°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
14°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
9°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
430 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
19 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Ketchikan?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Ketchikan. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 19°C in 2022, Ketchikan reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Ketchikan
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Ketchikan, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Ketchikan
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Ketchikan, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 19 days of precipitation in Ketchikan.
Daily UV index in October in Ketchikan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Ketchikan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Ketchikan over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Ketchikan, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Ketchikan over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Ketchikan, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Ketchikan
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Average weather in Ketchikan by month
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