Knik River, AK is known for having a relatively mild climate. Summers in Knik River are typically warm and humid, with temperatures reaching up to the low- to mid-70s Fahrenheit during the day. Winters in the area tend to be cold and wet with temperatures dropping to an average of around 20 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. Snowfall usually accumulates throughout winter due to the frequent storms that move through the area and average snowfall totals range from 50-80 inches per season.
Knik River, Alaska gets 14 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Knik River averages 48 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 129 sunny days per year in Knik River. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Knik River gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 85 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 68 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 9
Rain: averages 14 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 48 inches of snow a year