Akun Island
Island Small Aleutian island in Alaska's Fox Islands
A small island in Alaska’s Aleutian region; access is limited, and the area is mainly of interest to boaters and wildlife observers for sea-bird and marine mammal sightings.
Akun Island is an island in the Aleutian archipelago of Alaska, located in the Fox Islands subgroup. The island lies close to the island of Akutan and is part of the maritime island chain extending west from the Alaska Peninsula.
Akun is notable for hosting aviation facilities that serve nearby communities; the island’s shoreline and terrain are typical of the Aleutian islands, with coastal benches and low hills. Historically the islands in this area have been used for fishing and seasonal subsistence activities by Aleut communities.
The island sits in the North Pacific and is reached by boat or air links from regional hubs; it forms part of the remote island environment east of Unalaska and Dutch Harbor.
- Island group: The island lies in the Fox Islands subgroup of the eastern Aleutians and sits near the larger inhabited islands of the Akutan-Akushin group.
What to See #
- Airport location: Akun Island hosts the regional airstrip that serves the nearby town of Akutan; the air facility is located on the island rather than on Akutan itself.
How to Get to Akun Island #
Access only by private boat or research vessel from regional hubs in Alaska. Sea conditions dictate travel windows; plan with experienced operators and confirm permits if required.
Tips for Visiting Akun Island #
- Weather can be severe; check local marine forecasts before attempting landings.
- Bring a satellite communication device - these Aleutian and Bering Sea islands are remote and services are minimal.
- Respect subsistence areas and wildlife regulations; the Aleut communities have defined harvesting practices.
Best Time to Visit Akun Island #
Small Aleut-region island in the Bering Sea; best visited in summer months when sea conditions are most favorable.
Weather & Climate near Akun Island #
Akun Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1467 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (187 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
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