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.

Tigalda Island
54.0967, -165.0575

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.

Summer
June-August · 5-12 °C
The only practical time for access; sea ice is reduced and daylight is long.
Late spring
May-June · 0-8 °C
Possible access with caution; weather can still be stormy and seas rough.
Autumn
September-October · 0-8 °C
Sea conditions deteriorate rapidly as storms increase; not recommended for casual visits.

Weather & Climate near Tigalda Island #

Climate

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.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
12°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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