Chignik Lake, AK has a cold maritime climate with cool summers and cold, snowy winters. The average temperature in the summer is between 40-55°F (4-13°C), while the winter sees lows of 4-15°F (-16 to -9°C). Annual precipitation is quite low at only 15-18 inches per year. Snowfall can be significant during the winter months, with an average of about 36 inches. However, because of its high elevation and northerly location, snow depth often exceeds three feet. Overall, Chignik Lake has a temperate but cold climate that is suitable for outdoor activities when temperatures are milder in the summer months.
Chignik Lake, Alaska gets 42 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Chignik Lake averages 73 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 116 sunny days per year in Chignik Lake. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Chignik Lake gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 249 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 57 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 29
Rain: averages 42 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 73 inches of snow a year