Kobuk Valley National Park Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Kobuk Valley National Park: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Kobuk Valley National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | -7° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 5° | -7° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 10° | -2° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 25° | 11° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 38° | 25° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 59° | 44° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 60° | 48° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 52° | 43° | 8,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 41° | 33° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 26° | 18° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 13° | 5° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 3° | -7° | 1,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Kobuk Valley National Park
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Kobuk Valley National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kobuk Valley National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gates of the Arctic National Park | 161 mi | 12°F | 43°F cooler | 20 in |
| Yukon River | 367 mi | 29°F | +39°F warmer | 19 in |
Best time to visit Kobuk Valley National Park
Go in June. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Kobuk Valley National Park
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 47°F is 5°F below the 52°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Visibility is down to 1,0 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Above 60 degrees latitude, daylight swings enormously - summer nights barely darken and winter days are short.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 88°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Kobuk Valley National Park is a national park in Alaska. Kobuk Valley National Park is a US national park known for arctic sand dunes and caribou migration.
Right now it is 46°F (8°C) in Kobuk Valley National Park with overcast. It feels like 38°F. Today runs from 40°F to 47°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 3.6/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Kobuk Valley National Park is June. The climate is polar. January, February and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 60°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -7°F.
Nearby highlights include Gates of the Arctic National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 47°F is 5°F below the 52°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Kobuk Valley National Park today at 8.9/10. Visibility is down to 1,0 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Kobuk Valley National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 67°21′20.2″N 159°16′59.9″W (67.3556, -159.2833) |
| Established | 1980 |
| Known for | arctic sand dunes and caribou migration |
| Local time | 11:59 PM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | June |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kobuk Valley National Park?
Kobuk Valley National Park is a national park in Alaska. Its coordinates are 67.3556, -159.2833. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Kobuk Valley National Park right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kobuk Valley National Park?
June offer the most comfortable conditions in Kobuk Valley National Park, which has a polar climate. January, February and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kobuk Valley National Park in?
Kobuk Valley National Park observes America/Anchorage (UTC-08:00). The local time is 11:59 PM.
What are the top things to do in Kobuk Valley National Park?
Popular options include Gates of the Arctic National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
