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Park climate1991–2020 climate normals1,061 m source elevationNASA POWER

Twelve-month analysis of temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight duration

Long-Term Climate Normals and Monthly Atmospheric Patterns for Denali National Park and Preserve

This climate profile presents twelve-month averages for Denali National Park and Preserve based on NASA POWER measurements collected from 1991 to 2020. Values reflect long-term meteorological normals at a single representative coordinate of 1060.78 meters, offering a precise look at annual atmospheric patterns. Use these figures to compare monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and available daylight hours across the calendar year.

Annual climate pattern

Tracing the long-term relationship between monthly thermal ranges and average daily precipitation

Annual Temperature and Precipitation Patterns in Denali National Park and Preserve

Long-term climate averages show mean temperatures rising from -17.1 degrees Celsius in January to a July peak of 9.45 degrees Celsius, with average winter minimums dropping below -30 degrees Celsius. Average daily precipitation peaks at 4.7 millimeters per day in July, representing historical baseline data from one central coordinate rather than a uniform forecast for the entire park.
Mean temperatureAverage minimum–maximum rangePrecipitation
Temperature (°C)PrecipitationUp to 4.7 mm/day-40°-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°-17°-15°-14°-6°2°8°9°7°1°-7°-14°-16°0123451.11.11.11.52.74.44.74.23.321.51.3JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Annual mean
-5 °C
Warmest month
July
Coolest month
January
Wettest month
July
Twelve-month climate

Evaluate average temperature bounds, daily precipitation, and calculated daylight across twelve months.

Denali National Park and Preserve Monthly Climate and Weather by Month

Historical climatology from 1991 to 2020 at a representative elevation of 1060.78 meters outlines the seasonal cycles of Denali National Park and Preserve. Comparing monthly average temperature bounds, daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speeds, and calculated daylight hours reveals the complex atmospheric patterns of the subarctic wilderness.
Mean temperaturePrecipitationHumidityWind speedDaylight
January-17.1 °C-34.7° to -3.7°1.1 mm/day86.9%3.5 m/s5.3 hours
February-14.8 °C-31.1° to -2.5°1.1 mm/day86.4%3.5 m/s8.2 hours
March-13.6 °C-30.1° to -1.4°1.1 mm/day88.3%3 m/s11.4 hours
April-5.7 °C-19.9° to 4.3°1.5 mm/day86.4%2.9 m/s14.6 hours
May2 °C-8.6° to 11.5°2.7 mm/day81.1%2.7 m/s17.8 hours
June7.7 °C-0.7° to 16°4.4 mm/day81.9%2.4 m/s19.8 hours
July9.5 °C2.5° to 17.5°4.7 mm/day84.4%2.5 m/s18.8 hours
August7.1 °C-0.9° to 16°4.2 mm/day86.6%2.7 m/s15.8 hours
September1.4 °C-9° to 10.5°3.3 mm/day88.9%2.9 m/s12.5 hours
October-7.3 °C-19.4° to 3.6°2 mm/day91.7%2.8 m/s9.3 hours
November-13.9 °C-27.6° to -2.7°1.5 mm/day89.6%3.2 m/s6.1 hours
December-15.8 °C-30.6° to -3.2°1.3 mm/day88.9%3.5 m/s4.2 hours
Calculated climate highlights

Comparing thirty-year averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight duration.

Denali National Park and Preserve Calculated Monthly Climate Highlights and Averages

Long-term monthly climatology averages from a representative highland coordinate reveal the calculated warmest, coolest, wettest, and driest periods within the subarctic preserve. Evaluating thirty-year statistical cycles for wind, relative humidity, and daylight duration clarifies the annual progression without representing localized weather extremes.
Warmest month
July9.5 °C
Coolest month
January-17.1 °C
Wettest month
July4.7 mm/day
Driest month
January1.1 mm/day
Most humid month
October91.7%
Windiest month
February3.5 m/s
Longest daylight
June19.8 hours

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Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map

Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.

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Compare Denali National Park and Preserve Climate Patterns with Other Parks

Evaluating the climate profile of Denali National Park and Preserve alongside other protected areas provides a clear framework for understanding regional atmospheric variations. Comparing standardized monthly temperature averages, precipitation rhythms, humidity, wind, and daylight patterns across different coordinates reveals the unique seasonal cycles of each landscape.
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