Sitkinak Island
Island Alaskan island in Kodiak Archipelago, home to feral horses
Large uninhabited island in the Kodiak archipelago, Alaska; used seasonally by hunters and sport fishermen, with beaches, sea birds and access by private boat or small aircraft.
How to Get to Sitkinak Island #
Access is by charter boat from Kodiak Island or by small aircraft to nearby landing strips (if available). Logistics require careful planning and often local charter arrangements.
Tips for Visiting Sitkinak Island #
- Plan logistics carefully: Sitkinak is remote and access is by chartered boat or small aircraft from Kodiak Island.
- Respect subsistence areas used by local communities and follow all federal wildlife and fishing regulations.
- Bring comprehensive supplies - there are no visitor services on the island.
Best Time to Visit Sitkinak Island #
Summer months provide the most reliable access and reasonable weather for remote-Alaska travel.
Weather & Climate near Sitkinak Island #
Sitkinak Island's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -3°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1305 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (155 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and breezy conditions.
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