Climate Comfort Score
42/100
Moderate
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Wainwright, AK Climate
Temperature, precipitation, and comfort score from NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 normals →
30-year climate normals from 1 weather station (1991-2020).
Wainwright, Alaska has an average annual temperature of 15°F and a climate comfort score of 42/100 (Moderate). Annual precipitation totals N/A. Based on NOAA 30-year normals (1991–2020).
Avg Temperature
15°F (-10°C)
Avg High
21°F
Avg Low
9°F
Annual Precip
N/A
Comfort Score
42/100
Moderate
Avg Annual Temperature
15°F
30-year mean (NOAA NCEI)
Annual Precipitation
N/A
Liquid-equivalent total
Comfort score vs national 100-point ceiling (Wainwright) 42.0%
National median (≈55)
PlainClimate composite — temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, extreme-weather frequency. Moderate for the Wainwright area.
Warming context for Wainwright
MethodologyHow the U.S. land temperature anomaly tracks against the global mean since 1900. The current NOAA 1991-2020 normal for Wainwright captures average conditions across the spread shown — the most recent decade is warmer than the 30-year mean.
- United States land mean (NOAA NCEI) +0.11 °C/decade
- Global anomaly (NASA GISTEMP) +0.11 °C/decade
- Paris Agreement thresholds 1.5°C / 2.0°C
Monthly Temperatures
Average daily high and low temperatures by month
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean | Precip | Freeze Days | 90°F+ Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°F (-20°C) | -18°F (-28°C) | -11°F (-24°C) | N/A | 31.0 | 0.0 |
| February | -5°F (-20°C) | -18°F (-28°C) | -11°F (-24°C) | N/A | 28.0 | 0.0 |
| March | -3°F (-20°C) | -18°F (-28°C) | -11°F (-24°C) | N/A | 31.0 | 0.0 |
| April | 11°F (-12°C) | -3°F (-20°C) | 4°F (-16°C) | N/A | 30.0 | 0.0 |
| May | 29°F (-2°C) | 19°F (-7°C) | 24°F (-4°C) | N/A | 29.4 | 0.0 |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 33°F (1°C) | 39°F (4°C) | N/A | 15.2 | 0.0 |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 39°F (4°C) | 46°F (8°C) | N/A | 3.4 | 0.0 |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 38°F (3°C) | 43°F (6°C) | N/A | 5.7 | 0.0 |
| September | 39°F (4°C) | 31°F (-1°C) | 35°F (2°C) | N/A | 17.8 | 0.0 |
| October | 26°F (-4°C) | 16°F (-9°C) | 21°F (-6°C) | N/A | 30.3 | 0.0 |
| November | 12°F (-11°C) | -1°F (-18°C) | 5°F (-15°C) | N/A | 30.0 | 0.0 |
| December | 0°F (-18°C) | -13°F (-25°C) | -7°F (-21°C) | N/A | 31.0 | 0.0 |
Monthly Precipitation
Average monthly rainfall
January N/A
February N/A
March N/A
April N/A
May N/A
June N/A
July N/A
August N/A
September N/A
October N/A
November N/A
December N/A
Frost Dates & Growing Season
First Fall Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Last Spring Freeze
N/A
50% probability date
Heating & Cooling Degree Days
Annual totals indicate energy demand for heating and cooling
Heating Degree Days
18,265
Higher = more heating needed
Cooling Degree Days
0
Higher = more cooling needed
Warmest Month
July
Coldest Month
February
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Climate Guides
Climate Insight: Wainwright, AK
The NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals describe Wainwright, Alaska as a location with an annual average temperature of 15°F, ranging from a mean daily high of 21°F to a mean daily low of 9°F. July is typically the warmest month of the year, while February is the coldest. These thirty-year averages, computed from station USW00027503, smooth out year-to-year variability and give a baseline expectation for typical conditions in any given month.
Precipitation patterns matter as much as temperature for anyone planning to live, garden, or travel here. Wainwright receives roughly an uncharted amount of precipitation each year, predominantly as rainfall. Growing-season length varies with elevation and microclimate, with the last spring freeze near N/A and the first fall freeze near N/A. For energy use, 18,265 heating degree days and 0 cooling degree days tell the story of how often furnaces and air conditioners run during a normal year.
On PlainClimate's composite comfort index, Wainwright scores 42/100 (Moderate), a blended measure that weighs temperature mildness, precipitation moderation, and extreme-weather frequency against one another. Use the monthly tables above to plan around specific windows — shoulder seasons for mild highs and lows, peak summer for July-driven heat, or deep winter for February-driven cold. All figures here are thirty-year averages: any single year may run warmer, wetter, drier, or cooler than the normal, so treat them as planning guidance rather than forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Wainwright, AK? ▼
The average annual temperature in Wainwright, Alaska is 15°F. The warmest month averages 52°F (11°C) and the coldest averages -18°F (-28°C).
How much rain does Wainwright get? ▼
Wainwright receives an unknown amount of precipitation annually. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
What is the comfort score for Wainwright? ▼
Wainwright has a climate comfort score of 42/100 (Moderate). This score considers temperature mildness, humidity, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
When is the growing season in Wainwright? ▼
Growing season data is not available for Wainwright.
How much energy does heating and cooling require in Wainwright? ▼
Wainwright has 18,265 heating degree days and 0 cooling degree days annually. Higher heating degree days indicate greater winter energy demand, while higher cooling degree days indicate greater summer cooling needs.
Where does this Wainwright climate data come from? ▼
All climate data comes from NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1, covering the 30-year period from 1991 to 2020. Data is collected from weather station USW00027503. These 30-year averages are the standard reference for typical weather conditions.
Data Sources
Data source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals v1.0.1 (1991-2020). Station: USW00027503. For informational purposes only.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
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