Valdez's weather makes it perfect for winter activities, especially since it doesn't reach the extreme lows of the further north. Its average summer temperature is in the 50s and 60s; the winter averages in the 20s.
Rainfall is 64 inches a year, with an average of 325 inches of snow falling each year. Residents recommend dressing in layers, with a good waterproof, or water-resistant, jacket. When near the water, dress warmly, even in summer. With five glaciers in the immediate area, the water is cold!
| Month |
Avg.
High |
Avg.
Low |
Mean |
Avg.
Precip |
Record
High |
Record
Low |
| Jan |
27°F |
17°F |
22°F |
6.02 in. |
54°F (2005) |
-20°F (1972) |
| Feb |
30°F |
20°F |
25°F |
5.53 in. |
52°F (1991) |
-23°F (1968) |
| Mar |
36°F |
24°F |
30°F |
4.49 in. |
57°F (1965) |
-6°F (1972) |
| Apr |
44°F |
31°F |
38°F |
3.55 in. |
69°F (2005) |
5°F (1972) |
| May |
53°F |
39°F |
46°F |
3.08 in. |
78°F (1993) |
19°F (1967) |
| Jun |
59°F |
45°F |
52°F |
3.01 in. |
86°F (1997) |
31°F (1972) |
| Jul |
62°F |
48°F |
55°F |
3.84 in. |
85°F (1999) |
33°F (1972) |
| Aug |
61°F |
46°F |
54°F |
6.62 in. |
83°F (2003) |
32°F (1984) |
| Sep |
53°F |
41°F |
47°F |
9.59 in. |
74°F (1996) |
25°F (1983) |
| Oct |
43°F |
33°F |
38°F |
8.58 in. |
64°F (1967) |
8°F (1975) |
| Nov |
33°F |
24°F |
28°F |
5.51 in. |
50°F (2002) |
1°F (1989) |
| Dec |
29°F |
20°F |
25°F |
7.59 in. |
54°F (1966) |
-15°F (1964) |
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Valdez, AK Weather Facts
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- The average warmest month is July.
- The highest recorded temperature was 86°F in 1997.
- On average, the coolest month is January.
- The lowest recorded temperature was -23°F in 1968.
- The maximum average precipitation occurs in September.
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