Cape Krusenstern National Monument

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Weather

Weather is a central concern to those planning to visit the park at any time of year. Summer temperatures on the coast are usually in the low 50°'s F, with mid 60° to 70° with an occasional period of 80's or 90's in the interior. Average January lows are -15°F on the coast and -50°F in the interior.

Winds average 8 to 12 mph, but 50 to 70 mph winds commonly accompany storms and produce extremely low and dangerous wind chill factors.

Annual averages are not always good guidelines; in summer, visitors can see snow, near freezing temperatures, and long periods of clouds, wind, and rain.

Summer days are long, almost without darkness; winter days are short, with only a few hours of sunlight.

Any time of year, exposure and hypothermia are real threats to visitors and park personnel. Be prepared.

http://www.nps.gov/bela/html/weather.htm

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