Khvostof Island

Island Small Aleutian island in western Alaska

Khvostof Island in the Aleutians is a remote, sparsely visited island used by birders and fishing charters seeking seabirds and marine mammals.

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Khvostof Island
51.9806, 178.2767

How to Get to Khvostof Island #

Khvostof Island is in the remote Bering/Aleutian maritime region of Alaska. Access is by boat or charter aircraft from larger islands or the Alaskan mainland; logistics require careful weather planning and experienced local operators.

Tips for Visiting Khvostof Island #

  • Remote and uninhabited-plan with a well-equipped vessel and proper permits if required.
  • Bring navigation charts and local weather briefings; currents can be strong and fog is common in Bering Sea regions.
  • Wildlife watching can be rewarding-look for sea birds and marine mammals in surrounding waters.

Best Time to Visit Khvostof Island #

Best in summer when sea conditions in the Aleutians and Bering region are most forgiving; remote island travel requires careful logistical planning.

Summer
June-August · 5-12°C
Calmest seas and longest daylight-best for small-boat visits.
Late Spring
May-June · 0-8°C
Cold and variable but accessible by sea in good weather windows.

Weather & Climate near Khvostof Island #

Climate

Continental climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -1°C to 10°C. Moderate rainfall (932 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
10°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and windy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
10.6 m/s
Wind
Windy

February

February is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and windy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
10.2 m/s
Wind
Windy

March

March is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
9.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
8.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
9.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and windy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
10.4 m/s
Wind
Windy

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