Mount Slaggard
Mountain Remote mountain in southwestern Yukon territory
A remote Yukon mountain, Mount Slaggard offers backcountry mountaineering and wilderness travel for experienced parties, accessed from long trailheads or fly‑in approaches.
How to Get to Mount Slaggard #
Mount Slaggard is in the Yukon. Access is by long-distance driving on remote territorial roads and then by hiking or bush travel; many approaches require planning with local outfitters or the territorial government’s land management offices. Aircraft charter to nearby landing strips can be used for the most remote approaches.
Tips for Visiting Mount Slaggard #
- This is remote Yukon terrain-ensure your route plan is filed and carry emergency communications.
- Expect limited signage and few if any maintained trails; a topographic map and GPS are essential.
- Wildlife encounters are possible; practice bear-safe procedures and store food properly.
Best Time to Visit Mount Slaggard #
Summer is the practical window for visits; outside that season weather and snow make access difficult.
Weather & Climate near Mount Slaggard #
Mount Slaggard's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -26°C to -3°C. Moderate rainfall (900 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -23°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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March
March is the coldest month with highs of -22°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -23°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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May
May is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (135 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -21°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and breezy conditions.
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