Climate Overview
The climate in Alakanuk Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is 1°C and approximately 673mm of precipitation falls per year. Alakanuk Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alakanuk 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 -14°C. Alakanuk Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Alakanuk Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alakanuk Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 673mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 90mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 33mm. That's 56mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Alakanuk Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 203cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 44cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Alakanuk Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
4 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Alakanuk Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Alakanuk 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 4 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 132mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 191mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 223mm for the season, averaging 74mm per month. Expect around 44cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 127mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Expect around 110cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alakanuk 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.
