Refuge Cove, AK
Unincorporated community in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska
Refuge Cove is a small unincorporated community in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska. It is 4.3 miles SE of Ketchikan, the nearest town.
Refuge Cove at a glance
- State
- Alaska
- Nearest town
- Ketchikan (4.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 55.4069, -131.7417
Weather in Refuge Cove now
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Refuge Cove weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Refuge Cove.
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What is the weather usually like in Refuge Cove?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 65°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 31°F average low
- 149.5 inprecipitation per year · 3,798 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Refuge Cove: May to August, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station KETCHIKAN INTL AP, AK US (USW00025325), adjusted for the elevation of Refuge Cove.
Refuge Cove weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Refuge Cove through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 3:51 PM | 7 h 49 min |
| February | 7:07 AM | 4:54 PM | 9 h 47 min |
| March | 6:58 AM | 6:52 PM | 11 h 53 min |
| April | 5:39 AM | 7:54 PM | 14 h 14 min |
| May | 4:33 AM | 8:52 PM | 16 h 19 min |
| June | 4:01 AM | 9:33 PM | 17 h 31 min |
| July | 4:24 AM | 9:21 PM | 16 h 57 min |
| August | 5:19 AM | 8:23 PM | 15 h 4 min |
| September | 6:18 AM | 7:05 PM | 12 h 47 min |
| October | 7:16 AM | 5:49 PM | 10 h 32 min |
| November | 7:19 AM | 3:43 PM | 8 h 24 min |
| December | 8:06 AM | 3:18 PM | 7 h 12 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Anchorage).
What is the weather like in Refuge Cove?
Refuge Cove has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 65°F (18°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 31°F (-0°C).
It gets about 149.5 inches (3,798 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is June.
The best time to visit Refuge Cove is May to August. 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 Refuge Cove
The closest live webcam is Ketchikan › North, 5.4 miles NW of Refuge Cove.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Refuge Cove.
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Questions about Refuge Cove
Where is Refuge Cove, AK?
Refuge Cove is an unincorporated community in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, 4.3 miles SE of Ketchikan.
What county is Refuge Cove in?
Refuge Cove is in Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska.
What is the nearest town to Refuge Cove?
Ketchikan, 4.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Refuge Cove?
Yes. The closest is Ketchikan › North, 5.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Refuge Cove?
August, with an average high of 65°F (18°C).
What is the coldest month in Refuge Cove?
January, with an average low of 31°F (-0°C).
How much does it rain in Refuge Cove?
About 149.5 inches (3,798 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in Refuge Cove?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Refuge Cove?
May to August, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Refuge Cove have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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