Mount Drum
Mountain Volcanic mountain in Wrangell Mountains, prominent landmark
Volcanic cone in the Wrangell Mountains of Alaska; approached by experienced climbers and bush pilots for glacial flanks and remote alpine terrain.
How to Get to Mount Drum #
Access usually requires coordination with local air services or long overland travel from nearby hubs; consult Alaska outfitting providers for safe approaches.
Tips for Visiting Mount Drum #
- Remote Alaska peaks require thorough trip planning and sometimes floatplane access-hire local outfitters when possible.
- Check seasonality closely; winter conditions are harsh and daylight limited.
Best Time to Visit Mount Drum #
Short Alaska summer is the practical season for climbs and expeditions on Mount Drum.
Weather & Climate near Mount Drum #
Mount Drum's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -22°C to 6°C. Moderate rainfall (584 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -22°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. The driest month with just 22 mm.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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June
June is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (105 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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September
September is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
