Climate Insights for Bear Creek 3 Airport

Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska, United States

Hottest
July
20°C peak
Coldest
January
-21°C low
Wettest
August
122mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bear Creek 3 Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 640mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 122mm of rainfall. Bear Creek 3 Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -21°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 134cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-30° -20° -10° 10° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -15° Average: -18° Min: -21° Feb Max: -9° Average: -14° Min: -17° Mar Max: -4° Average: -9° Min: -13° Apr Max: 5° Average: -1° Min: -5° May Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 4° Jun Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Jul Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Aug Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 9° Sep Max: 11° Average: 7° Min: 4° Oct Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -3° Nov Max: -8° Average: -12° Min: -14° Dec Max: -12° Average: -15° Min: -19°
Max
Average
Min

Bear Creek 3 Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -21°C and an average temperature of -18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 12mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 24mm Mar Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 20mm Apr Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 12mm May Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 71mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 93mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 122mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 85mm Snow: 2mm Oct Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 11mm Nov Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 30mm Dec Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bear Creek 3 Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 640mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 122mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 15mm. That's 106mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 134cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Bear Creek 3 Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bear Creek 3 Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Bear Creek 3 Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -13 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 9 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 286mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -14 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 173mm for the season, averaging 58mm per month. Expect around 43cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -21 to -9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 58cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -18°
Feb -14°
Mar -9°
Apr -1°
May
Jun 14°
Jul 15°
Aug 12°
Sep
Oct -1°
Nov -12°
Dec -15°

The best time to visit Bear Creek 3 Airport is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 93mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -21°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bear Creek 3 Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-21 °C
-15 °C
12 km/h
15 mm
12 cm
Feb
-17 °C
-9 °C
13 km/h
33 mm
24 cm
Mar Current
-13 °C
-4 °C
14 km/h
27 mm
20 cm
Apr
-5 °C
5 °C
14 km/h
25 mm
12 cm
May
4 °C
14 °C
13 km/h
47 mm
2 cm
Jun
10 °C
19 °C
12 km/h
71 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
20 °C
13 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
16 °C
14 km/h
122 mm
0 cm
Sep
4 °C
11 °C
14 km/h
85 mm
2 cm
Oct
-3 °C
3 °C
13 km/h
46 mm
11 cm
Nov
-14 °C
-8 °C
12 km/h
42 mm
30 cm
Dec
-19 °C
-12 °C
14 km/h
34 mm
22 cm
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