Kaktovik, AK has a continental subarctic climate, characterized by its long and cold winters, as well as short and cool summers. Summers are usually very pleasant, with temperatures averaging between 40-50°F (4-10°C). Winters in Kaktovik are much colder and snowier than other parts of the state, with temperatures dropping to an average of 5-15°F (-14.9 to -9.4°C). Heavy snowfalls from November until April are typical and help create a winter wonderland in the area.
Kaktovik, Alaska gets 4 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Kaktovik averages 34 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 146 sunny days per year in Kaktovik. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Kaktovik gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 67 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 53 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is -22
Rain: averages 4 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 34 inches of snow a year