Cape Pole, AK
Unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
Cape Pole is a small unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It is 3.9 miles E of Edna Bay, the nearest town.
Cape Pole at a glance
- State
- Alaska
- Nearest town
- Edna Bay (3.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 55.9650, -133.7933
Weather in Cape Pole now
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Cape Pole weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Cape Pole.
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What is the weather usually like in Cape Pole?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 61°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 31°F average low
- 82.3 inprecipitation per year · 2,090 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Cape Pole: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station PT BAKER, AK US (USC00507421), adjusted for the elevation of Cape Pole.
Cape Pole weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Cape Pole through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 3:56 PM | 7 h 43 min |
| February | 7:17 AM | 5:01 PM | 9 h 44 min |
| March | 7:07 AM | 7:00 PM | 11 h 53 min |
| April | 5:46 AM | 8:04 PM | 14 h 17 min |
| May | 4:38 AM | 9:04 PM | 16 h 25 min |
| June | 4:05 AM | 9:45 PM | 17 h 40 min |
| July | 4:28 AM | 9:33 PM | 17 h 4 min |
| August | 5:25 AM | 8:33 PM | 15 h 8 min |
| September | 6:25 AM | 7:14 PM | 12 h 48 min |
| October | 7:25 AM | 5:56 PM | 10 h 30 min |
| November | 7:30 AM | 3:49 PM | 8 h 19 min |
| December | 8:17 AM | 3:22 PM | 7 h 5 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Anchorage).
What is the weather like in Cape Pole?
Cape Pole has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 61°F (16°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 31°F (-1°C).
It gets about 82.3 inches (2,090 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is June.
The best time to visit Cape Pole is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Cape Pole
The closest live webcam is Prince of Wales-Hyder (CA): Klawock Hwy, 40.2 miles SE of Cape Pole.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Cape Pole.
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Questions about Cape Pole
Where is Cape Pole, AK?
Cape Pole is an unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska, 3.9 miles E of Edna Bay.
What county is Cape Pole in?
Cape Pole is in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska.
What is the nearest town to Cape Pole?
Edna Bay, 3.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Cape Pole?
Yes. The closest is Prince of Wales-Hyder (CA): Klawock Hwy, 40.2 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Cape Pole?
August, with an average high of 61°F (16°C).
What is the coldest month in Cape Pole?
January, with an average low of 31°F (-1°C).
How much does it rain in Cape Pole?
About 82.3 inches (2,090 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in Cape Pole?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Cape Pole?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Cape Pole have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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