Mount VsevidofMount Vsevidof at a Glance
About Mount Vsevidof
Mount Vsevidof is a stratovolcano on Umnak Island in the Aleutian Islands of Alaska and is a prominent peak in the local island landscape. It is part of the Aleutian volcanic arc.
The mountain presents a steep volcanic cone with glaciers and snowfields near its summit and rugged terrain on its flanks. Access is very limited; there are no developed trails or visitor facilities and visits are typically undertaken by scientific teams, experienced mountaineers, or by boat/air from other Aleutian islands.
The volcano formed as part of subduction-related volcanism along the Aleutian arc. Its volcanic structure and deposits reflect repeated eruptive episodes during the Holocene and Pleistocene, although detailed eruption chronologies require specialist sources.
The peak sits on Umnak Island in western Alaska’s Aleutian chain, well offshore from mainland Alaska. The island is remote from major population centers and lies within a maritime, often stormy environment.
- Access: Located on Umnak Island in the central Aleutian chain, the volcano is remote and reached only by boat or charter air services; there is no regular tourist infrastructure.
- Volcanic setting: Part of the Aleutian volcanic arc, it is a prominent volcanic cone visible across surrounding lowlands and the nearby sea.
Best Time to Visit Mount Vsevidof
Short Alaskan summers are the primary practical season for access; winter travel is hazardous and often impossible.
Weather & Climate near Mount Vsevidof
Mount Vsevidof's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in April). Temperatures range from -6°C to 6°C. Abundant rainfall (1506 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -2° - 1° | -7° | 140 mm | - | - | 7.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -3° - 0° | -8° | 151 mm | - | - | 8.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - -5° | -12° | 121 mm | - | - | 6.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -6° - -5° | -13° | 90 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -4° - -3° | -9° | 92 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -1° - 2° | -5° | 81 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 2° - 6° | 0° | 74 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 3° - 6° | 1° | 87 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 1° - 4° | -3° | 140 mm | - | - | 7.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -3° - 2° | -7° | 191 mm | - | - | 7.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -3° - 1° | -8° | 177 mm | - | - | 8.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 2° | -7° | 162 mm | - | - | 8.2 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Mount Vsevidof
Access is normally by charter ship or aircraft as part of organized expeditions. Consult Alaskan aviation services and marine operators for logistics and safety guidance, and monitor USGS volcano advisories.
Tips for Visiting Mount Vsevidof
- If approaching by sea, check for safe harbor options and draft charts - the region's waters are remote and changeable.
- Use up-to-date volcanic advisories; Vsevidof has a history of activity and conditions can shift quickly.