Avatanak Island
Island Volcanic island in Alaska's Aleutian chain
Remote Aleutian island in the Fox Islands group, volcanic and sparsely inhabited. Visits are mainly by scientists, birdwatchers and boaters seeking seabird colonies, rugged shorelines and offshore fishing.
Avatanak Island is an island in the Aleutian Islands chain of Alaska, located in the North Pacific/Bering Sea region. The island is volcanic in origin and is largely uninhabited and rugged in character.
The island’s shoreline is steep and rocky with elevated interior topography typical of Aleutian islands, and it lies among other islands of the eastern Aleutian group. Avatanak is administered as part of the U.S. state of Alaska.
The island sits in the Aleutian archipelago off the western end of the Alaska Peninsula, within the maritime environment of the Bering Sea and North Pacific.
- Terrain: Part of the Aleutian archipelago in western Alaska and characterised by steep, volcanic terrain and rugged coastline.
How to Get to Avatanak Island #
Avatanak Island is reached only by private or chartered vessels from other Aleutian islands or the Alaska Peninsula. Trips require planning with experienced operators familiar with Aleutian weather and sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting Avatanak Island #
- This is a remote Aleutian island; travel only with experienced boat operators and inform the US Fish and Wildlife Service if planning wildlife observation.
- Be prepared for sudden weather changes and rough seas; shore landings are often hazardous.
- Respect protected bird nesting areas and marine mammal haul-outs; many Aleutian islands are wildlife-sensitive.
Best Time to Visit Avatanak Island #
Avatanak Island is accessible mainly in summer and generally as part of organized expeditions; expect cold, windy conditions even at the warmest time of year.
Weather & Climate near Avatanak Island #
Avatanak Island's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1412 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (134 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 (172 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
