Pyre Peak

Mountain Volcanic peak in Alaska's Aleutian volcanic arc

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Pyre Peak
52.3161, -172.5156

How to Get to Pyre Peak #

No regular access; reachability depends on charter aircraft or vessel services from regional Alaskan hubs. Coordinate with local aviation operators and ensure proper permits and safety plans.

Tips for Visiting Pyre Peak #

  • This is a remote Alaskan peak - only attempt with experienced bush pilots, local guides, and full survival plans.
  • Weather and visibility change rapidly; carry satellite communications and multiple contingency plans for extraction.
  • Check with Alaska's NPS or local borough for any required permits and for recent volcanic or seismic activity updates.

Best Time to Visit Pyre Peak #

Accessible only in the short Alaskan summer for practical mountaineering and access; winter is extremely hazardous.

Summer
June-August · -5-10°C
Window for access and safer flying conditions in the Aleutians; daylight is long.

Weather & Climate near Pyre Peak #

Climate

Pyre Peak's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -3°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1287 mm/year), wettest in October.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
8.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
9.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-3° -1°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-3° -1°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
7.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (169 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

169 mm
Rainfall
8.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

155 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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