Sitka (AK) Climate by Month
The temperature in Sitka can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from mild
to cold.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to chilly in Sitka. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in August to a chilly 3°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -1°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Sitka has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2504 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The seasons in Sitka, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 296 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 25 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 107 mm over 16 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The best time of year to visit Sitka in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 296 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 107 mm of precipitation.
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