Climate Overview
The climate in Chenega Bay Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 2424mm of precipitation falls per year. Chenega Bay Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chenega Bay Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are March, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 190cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Chenega Bay Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 14°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 13°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chenega Bay Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2424mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 202mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 303mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 103mm. That's 200mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 190cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 43cm.
Wind
Chenega Bay Airport is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 33km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 41km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 25km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 16km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 39km/h in winter, 31km/h in spring, 26km/h in summer, 35km/h in autumn.
Seasons
91 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Chenega Bay Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Chenega Bay 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 August at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 470mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 821mm across the season with a monthly average of 274mm. Expect around 16cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 35km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 4°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 700mm across the season with a monthly average of 233mm. Expect around 118cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 39km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chenega Bay 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.