Tigalda Island
Island Remote Aleutian island in Alaska's western archipelago
A remote island in Alaska’s Aleutians, Tigalda offers rugged coastlines and seabird colonies; access is by private boat and visits focus on wildlife observation.
How to Get to Tigalda Island #
Tigalda Island is remote and lacks public transport. Access requires a well‑equipped vessel and experienced crew familiar with Aleutian and Bering Sea conditions. Trips typically originate from regional hubs in Alaska and are only feasible in summer months when sea ice is minimal.
Tips for Visiting Tigalda Island #
- This is a remote, uninhabited island-only experienced boaters should attempt a visit, and only with thorough planning for weather and emergency contingencies.
- Pack for cold, rapidly changing conditions and bring communications capable of working beyond cellphone coverage.
- Observe marine wildlife at a distance: the Bering Sea is biologically rich but also fragile.
Best Time to Visit Tigalda Island #
Summer months offer the only realistic window for safe access; expect cold conditions even then.
Weather & Climate near Tigalda Island #
Tigalda 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 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1383 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).