Oglodak Island
Island Remote Alaskan island in the Aleutians chain
Remote Aleutian island in Alaska’s Bering Sea region. Oglodak sees occasional visits from researchers and passing vessels interested in seabirds, marine mammals and rugged coastal terrain.
A small island in western Alaska’s island chain, located in the Bering Sea region of Aleutians/outer Alaska waters. The island is uninhabited and sparsely vegetated.
Rocky shores and limited landing sites with no visitor facilities; the island is principally of interest to mariners and wildlife surveys. There are no services or maintained trails on the island.
Like many Aleutian and Bering Sea islands, it has no permanent settlement history and has been used intermittently for subsistence or seasonal visits by local peoples and, more recently, for biological surveys. There are no built structures of note.
Lies in the western Aleutian/Bering Sea area of Alaska, at the provided coordinates far from major towns and within a remote maritime environment.
- Access: Remote and uninhabited island located in the western Alaska island chain; accessible only by private boat or aircraft under suitable weather conditions.
How to Get to Oglodak Island #
Access requires a private vessel or charter from the Aleutian or Bering Sea ports; floatplane approaches may be possible with experienced pilots. Travel is seasonal and weather-dependent.
Tips for Visiting Oglodak Island #
- Oglodak Island is remote and uninhabited - approach only with experienced local pilots if traveling in Alaska's Bering Sea region.
- Prepare for limited or no shelter and bring emergency communications.
- Respect marine wildlife and nesting birds; many islands in Alaska are protected habitat.
Best Time to Visit Oglodak Island #
Short Alaskan summer is the only practical time for safe access; otherwise the island is inaccessible.
Weather & Climate near Oglodak Island #
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from 1°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1087 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (136 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and breezy conditions.
