Whitestone, AK has a cold climate with temperatures rarely rising above freezing. Winters are particularly long and harsh, with snowfall occurring from September to April. Summers are short and cool, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. The terrain is mostly mountainous, making for some stunning views of glacial peaks and valleys. The average precipitation in Whitestone is around 30 inches per year, but snowfall can be significantly higher due to the elevation and cold temperatures. During winter months, high winds can bring extreme chill factors that make outdoor activities difficult.
Whitestone, Alaska gets 12 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Whitestone averages 46 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 154 sunny days per year in Whitestone. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Whitestone gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 93 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 71 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is -12
Rain: averages 12 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 46 inches of snow a year