Nelson Lagoon, AK has a cold and temperate climate. The summers are cool and wet and the winters are long and very cold. Average temperatures range from -15掳F in winter to 50掳F in summer. Precipitation is high, with an average of over 60 inches of rain and snowfall annually. During the winter months, snowfall can accumulate up to 10 feet deep. Despite the harsh environment, the area offers beautiful landscapes with towering spruce and birch trees aplenty. Nelson Lagoon also boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountains, bays, and wildlife. Nature lovers will find this remote Alaskan town an ideal destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, snowshoeing, birdwatching, or just admiring the scenery.
Nelson Lagoon, Alaska gets 42 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Nelson Lagoon averages 73 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 61 sunny days per year in Nelson Lagoon. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Nelson Lagoon gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 249 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 55 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 24
Rain: averages 42 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 73 inches of snow a year