Weather & Climate in Yakutat, AK
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Yakutat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 140.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 147.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 103 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 100.4 sq mi (259.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.5636°N, 139.6062°W |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage |
| County | Yakutat City and Borough County |
| Nearest Airport | Juneau International (JNU) 198 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 3.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 97.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 8.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | No Rating |
| Strong Wind | No Rating |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Tsunami | Very Low |
| Volcano | No Rating |
| Avalanche | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
990 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| Jul 17, 2014 | 90 km NNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M6.0 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 2007 | 59 km WSW of Mosquito Lake, Alaska | M5.7 | 141 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 1999 | 43 km ESE of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.6 | 39 km | -3 km |
| Sep 17, 1992 | 71 km NW of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.4 | 75 km | 0 km |
| Feb 11, 2005 | 65 km NNE of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.4 | 62 km | 15 km |
| May 2, 2000 | 5 km N of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.3 | 8 km | 16 km |
| Nov 4, 2000 | 105 km SSE of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.2 | 105 km | 27 km |
| Jan 8, 2022 | 104 km NNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.2 | 105 km | 38 km |
| Feb 11, 2005 | 66 km NNE of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.0 | 62 km | 12 km |
| Jul 20, 2014 | 92 km NNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M5.0 | 93 km | 6 km |
| Aug 26, 1993 | 87 km NW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.9 | 92 km | -3 km |
| May 5, 1990 | 97 km WNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 103 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 2023 | 98 km NW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 102 km | 11 km |
| Sep 15, 2011 | 111 km ESE of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 106 km | 4 km |
| Mar 11, 2019 | 110 km WNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 117 km | 14 km |
| Aug 26, 1993 | 86 km NW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 91 km | -3 km |
| Jul 17, 2014 | 98 km NNW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.8 | 99 km | 12 km |
| Oct 31, 1998 | 95 km NW of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.7 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Mar 19, 2024 | 82 km ESE of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.6 | 77 km | 11 km |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 68 km SSE of Yakutat, Alaska | M4.6 | 67 km | 8 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 193.0 m (633 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2015 | TAAN FJORD, AK | Meteorological | 193.0 m | - | 111 km |
| 1899 | YAKUTAT BAY, AK | Eruption + Earthquake | 61.0 m | - | 53 km |
| 1905 | DISENCHANTMENT BAY, AK | Meteorological | 33.5 m | - | 49 km |
| 1899 | CAPE YAKATAGA, AK | Earthquake | 3.1 m | - | 143 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 12.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 10.3 in | |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 9.5 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 7.9 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 13.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 19.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 18.9 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 13.6 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 13.9 in |
Yakutat has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 29°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 140.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (19.0") and June the driest (5.4").