Salt Chuck, AK
Unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska
Salt Chuck is a small unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska. It is 2.9 miles N of Thorne Bay, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 99919.
Salt Chuck at a glance
- State
- Alaska
- ZIP code
- 99919
- Nearest town
- Thorne Bay (2.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 55.6264, -132.5536
Weather in Salt Chuck now
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Salt Chuck weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Salt Chuck.
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What is the weather usually like in Salt Chuck?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 65°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 28°F average low
- 85.2 inprecipitation per year · 2,164 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Salt Chuck: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station THORNE BAY, AK US (USC00509148), adjusted for the elevation of Salt Chuck.
Salt Chuck weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Salt Chuck through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 3:53 PM | 7 h 46 min |
| February | 7:11 AM | 4:57 PM | 9 h 46 min |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:55 PM | 11 h 53 min |
| April | 5:42 AM | 7:58 PM | 14 h 16 min |
| May | 4:35 AM | 8:57 PM | 16 h 21 min |
| June | 4:03 AM | 9:38 PM | 17 h 34 min |
| July | 4:26 AM | 9:26 PM | 17 h 0 min |
| August | 5:21 AM | 8:27 PM | 15 h 6 min |
| September | 6:21 AM | 7:09 PM | 12 h 48 min |
| October | 7:19 AM | 5:51 PM | 10 h 31 min |
| November | 7:23 AM | 3:46 PM | 8 h 22 min |
| December | 8:10 AM | 3:20 PM | 7 h 9 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Anchorage).
What is the weather like in Salt Chuck?
Salt Chuck has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 65°F (19°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 28°F (-2°C).
It gets about 85.2 inches (2,164 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is May.
The best time to visit Salt Chuck 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 Salt Chuck
The closest live webcam is Prince of Wales-Hyder (CA): Klawock Hwy, 13.5 miles W of Salt Chuck.
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Questions about Salt Chuck
Where is Salt Chuck, AK?
Salt Chuck is an unincorporated community in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska, 2.9 miles N of Thorne Bay.
What county is Salt Chuck in?
Salt Chuck is in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska.
What is the ZIP code of Salt Chuck, AK?
The ZIP code for Salt Chuck is 99919.
What is the nearest town to Salt Chuck?
Thorne Bay, 2.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Salt Chuck?
Yes. The closest is Prince of Wales-Hyder (CA): Klawock Hwy, 13.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Salt Chuck?
July, with an average high of 65°F (19°C).
What is the coldest month in Salt Chuck?
January, with an average low of 28°F (-2°C).
How much does it rain in Salt Chuck?
About 85.2 inches (2,164 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in Salt Chuck?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Salt Chuck?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Salt Chuck have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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