Climate and monthly weather forecastMcGrath, AK
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, like December, is a polar cold winter month in McGrath, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and -8°F (-22.2°C). January, marked by an average high-temperature of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low-temperature of -8°F (-22.2°C), is the coldest month. Weather in January »Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in McGrath, is an extremely cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 11.3°F (-11.5°C) and an average low of -2.6°F (-19.2°C). McGrath's transition into February brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an arctic cold 2.5°F (-16.4°C) in January to a frigid cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C). Weather in February »Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a subzero cold month in McGrath, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 2.3°F (-16.5°C). The shift from February to March is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an extreme cold 11.3°F (-11.5°C) to a subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April in McGrath, Alaska, is a cold spring month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C). April's arrival signals a significant increase in average high-temperatures, soaring from March's freezing cold 18°F (-7.8°C) to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in McGrath, is a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C). May's onset brings a noticeable temperature rise, soaring from an icy 34.2°F (1.2°C) in April to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in McGrath, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.1°F (8.4°C) and max 65.7°F (18.7°C). McGrath in June experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from May's mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a still refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, the same as June, is another enjoyable summer month in McGrath, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50°F (10°C) and an average high of 67.1°F (19.5°C). July, with its average high-temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 50°F (10°C), holds the record as the warmest month. Weather in July »Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in McGrath, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 45.9°F (7.7°C). August's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a refreshing 67.1°F (19.5°C) in July to a still comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). Weather in August »Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in McGrath, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.9°F (10.5°C) and min 37.4°F (3°C). September's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from August's comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, in McGrath, Alaska, is an icy autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C). The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in September to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
November, the last month of the autumn in McGrath, is another extremely cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and an average low of 4.1°F (-15.5°C). November's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) in October to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in McGrath, is still an extremely cold month, with an average temperature varying between 7.7°F (-13.5°C) and -3.3°F (-19.6°C). Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from an extreme cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in November to an extremely cold 7.7°F (-13.5°C). Weather in December »Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 2.5°F (-16.4°C) and a low of -8°F (-22.2°C), January stands out as the coldest month.
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation.
In McGrath, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall.
In McGrath, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.1 days and aggregates up to 38.66" (982mm) of snow.
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 94%.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AKST to AKDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from AKDT to AKST.
With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.
May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.
June is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 62%.
In McGrath, snow does not fall in June through August.
June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 20h and 6min of daylight.
In McGrath, Alaska, temperatures reach their average annual highs in July, measuring 67.1°F (19.5°C) and a minimum average of 50°F (10°C).
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.
November is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 10.16" (258mm) of snow.
With an average of 4h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.4h of sunshine.
Average temperature
McGrath, AK
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).
Average pressure
McGrath, AK
- Average pressure in January:
29.83"Hg - Average pressure in February:
29.89"Hg - Average pressure in March:
29.87"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.83"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.9"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.85"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.92"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.84"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.75"Hg - Average pressure in October:
29.72"Hg - Average pressure in November:
29.77"Hg - Average pressure in December:
29.75"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).
Average wind speed
McGrath, AK
- Average wind speed in January:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in February:
5.3mph - Average wind speed in March:
5.6mph - Average wind speed in April:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in May:
5.9mph - Average wind speed in June:
5.7mph
- Average wind speed in July:
5.6mph - Average wind speed in August:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in September:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in October:
5.5mph - Average wind speed in November:
5.3mph - Average wind speed in December:
5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, November and December (5.3mph).
Average humidity
McGrath, AK
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall
McGrath, AK
- Average rainfall in January:
0.47" - Average rainfall in February:
0.87" - Average rainfall in March:
0.75" - Average rainfall in April:
0.87" - Average rainfall in May:
0.67" - Average rainfall in June:
1.46"
- Average rainfall in July:
1.77" - Average rainfall in August:
2.13" - Average rainfall in September:
1.97" - Average rainfall in October:
1.42" - Average rainfall in November:
1.5" - Average rainfall in December:
1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days
McGrath, AK
- Average rainfall days in January:
2.5 days - Average rainfall days in February:
2.3 days - Average rainfall days in March:
3.8 days - Average rainfall days in April:
8.1 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12.3 days - Average rainfall days in June:
14.9 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
17.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
18.9 days - Average rainfall days in September:
14.5 days - Average rainfall days in October:
10.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
3.5 days - Average rainfall days in December:
3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall
McGrath, AK
- Average snowfall in January:
3.27" - Average snowfall in February:
6.38" - Average snowfall in March:
5.08" - Average snowfall in April:
3.54" - Average snowfall in May:
0.28" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days
McGrath, AK
- Average snowfall days in January:
11.2 days - Average snowfall days in February:
13.3 days - Average snowfall days in March:
15.8 days - Average snowfall days in April:
12.6 days - Average snowfall days in May:
2.1 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
1.5 days - Average snowfall days in October:
8.3 days - Average snowfall days in November:
15.8 days - Average snowfall days in December:
15.5 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are March and November (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
McGrath, AK
- Average daylight in January:
6h and 0min - Average daylight in February:
8h and 48min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in April:
15h and 0min - Average daylight in May:
18h and 6min - Average daylight in June:
20h and 6min
- Average daylight in July:
19h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
16h and 0min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 54min - Average daylight in October:
9h and 48min - Average daylight in November:
6h and 48min - Average daylight in December:
4h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 12min - Average sunshine in February:
3h and 36min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 42min - Average sunshine in April:
5h and 0min - Average sunshine in May:
10h and 6min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 18min
- Average sunshine in July:
9h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
7h and 42min - Average sunshine in September:
5h and 36min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 48min - Average sunshine in November:
2h and 42min - Average sunshine in December:
2h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days
McGrath, AK
- Average sunshine days in January:
20.3 days - Average sunshine days in February:
15.3 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.1 days - Average sunshine days in April:
11 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
11.6 days - Average sunshine days in August:
9.6 days - Average sunshine days in September:
11.4 days - Average sunshine days in October:
14.5 days - Average sunshine days in November:
15.3 days - Average sunshine days in December:
16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.6 days).
Average UV index
McGrath, AK
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
McGrath, AK
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility
McGrath, AK
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).
