Tagalak Island

Island Remote Aleutian island in Alaska's Bering Sea

A remote Alaska island in the Aleutian chain, notable for seabird colonies, rugged coastlines and access primarily for scientific visits or experienced boaters.

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Tagalak Island
51.9622, -175.7200

How to Get to Tagalak Island #

Tagalak Island is reachable only by private boat or charter from nearby communities in western Alaska. Travel requires careful weather planning and coordination with local operators familiar with Bering Sea conditions.

Tips for Visiting Tagalak Island #

  • If planning a visit from the Alaska mainland, check small-plane schedules carefully-air service is weather-dependent.
  • Expect limited facilities on the island; bring necessary provisions and emergency gear.
  • Respect local wildlife and nesting birds; Tagalak's shorelines can be sensitive in breeding season.

Best Time to Visit Tagalak Island #

Summer, especially July and August, is the practical season for visiting due to calmer seas and milder conditions.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Calmest seas and the warmest weather-best window for access and exploration.
Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 2-12°C (36-54°F)
Variable weather; summer offers the most reliable conditions.
Winter
October-April · -10-0°C (14-32°F)
Sea ice and storms make travel dangerous; typically inaccessible.

Weather & Climate near Tagalak Island #

Climate

Tagalak Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from -1°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1164 mm/year), wettest in October.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
10°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and windy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
10.0 m/s
Wind
Windy

February

February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
9.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
9.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (147 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
8.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
9.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
9.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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