Point Barrow (AK) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Point Barrow.
Climate overview of Point Barrow
Point Barrow, Alaska, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) in July, while winters cool to -20°C (-4°F) in January.
The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 263 mm (10 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from January to December.
Point Barrow Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Point Barrow — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Point Barrow
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from chilly to very cold in Point Barrow. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a chilly 8°C (46°F) in July to a very cold -20°C (-4°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 2°C (36°F) in July to around -26°C (-15°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Point Barrow
Point Barrow has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 263 mm (10 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Point Barrow shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in August, the wettest month, with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation over 7 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm (0.5 in) of snowfall over a single snowy day. For more details, please visit our Point Barrow Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Humidity in Point Barrow by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 91%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Point Barrow
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December to 5 m/s (10 knots) in September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Point Barrow
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Point Barrow
What is the best time to visit Point Barrow?
June typically offers the most optimal weather in Point Barrow. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Point Barrow has a distinct dry season from January to December.
What temperatures can I expect in Point Barrow?
Daytime highs range from -20°C (-4°F) in January to 8°C (46°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -26°C (-15°F) to 2°C (36°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Point Barrow get?
Annual rainfall is around 263 mm (10 in). August is the wettest month with 39 mm (1.5 in), while March is the driest with 12 mm (0.5 in).
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Point Barrow (AK) 3-Day Forecast
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