Weather & Climate in St. Paul, AK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
St. Paul has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 64.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 265 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 35.9°F |
| 34% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 265 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 42.6 sq mi (110.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.1791°N, 170.3228°W |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage |
| Nearest Airport | Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC) 767 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
181 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Jul 4, 2022 | 28 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.4 | 96 km | 12 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 26 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.4 | 95 km | 6 km |
| Feb 1, 2015 | 25 km ENE of Saint George, Alaska | M5.3 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 38 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.3 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2022 | 22 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.2 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2015 | 28 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.1 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 25 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M5.1 | 96 km | 12 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | Pribilof Islands, Alaska region | M4.8 | 97 km | 19 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 38 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.8 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 15 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.6 | 91 km | 11 km |
| Feb 1, 2015 | 49 km ESE of Saint George, Alaska | M4.6 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | Pribilof Islands, Alaska region | M4.6 | 101 km | 7 km |
| Sep 27, 2023 | 80 km ESE of Saint George, Alaska | M4.6 | 149 km | 9 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 24 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.5 | 93 km | 16 km |
| Feb 9, 2015 | 33 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.5 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Feb 2, 2015 | 23 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.5 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 28 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.5 | 102 km | 6 km |
| Jan 31, 2015 | 28 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.4 | 97 km | 15 km |
| Jun 14, 2017 | 72 km E of Saint George, Alaska | M4.4 | 140 km | 14 km |
| Feb 1, 2015 | 20 km ENE of Saint George, Alaska | M4.4 | 90 km | 20 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: St. Paul Island (1 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| St. Paul Island | Shield | 203 m (666 ft) | -1280 | 1 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| April | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in |
St. Paul has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 25°F in March to 50°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and May the driest (1.0").