Weather & Climate in Kipnuk, AK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kipnuk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 64.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
56°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 31.4°F |
| 42% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 9 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 20.3 sq mi (52.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.9375°N, 164.0622°W |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage |
| County | Kusilvak Census Area County |
| Nearest Airport | Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) 484 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 57.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 100.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | No Rating |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.4.
| Feb 23, 2013 | 19 km NNW of Eek, Alaska | M4.4 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 2018 | 25 km SSE of Eek, Alaska | M3.6 | 119 km | 24 km |
| Mar 11, 2013 | 18 km NNW of Eek, Alaska | M3.4 | 114 km | 23 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 35°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.8 in |
Kipnuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 7°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.3") and April the driest (0.8").