Weather in Nome
What's the weather like in Nome?
Nome has cold most of the year and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -11°C (12°F) in January to 14°C (57°F) in July, with overnight lows around -16°C (4°F) and 10°C (50°F) respectively.
No month in Nome sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually July and August.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/Nome
- Coordinates
- 64.501, -165.406
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11°C / 12°F | -16°C / 4°F | 33 mm | 14 | — |
| February | -10°C / 14°F | -15°C / 5°F | 53 mm | 13 | — |
| March | -7°C / 19°F | -14°C / 8°F | 53 mm | 13 | — |
| April | -1°C / 31°F | -6°C / 20°F | 35 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 41 mm | 15 | — |
| June | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 45°F | 42 mm | 15 | — |
| July | 14°C / 57°F | 10°C / 50°F | 111 mm | 20 | — |
| August | 13°C / 56°F | 9°C / 48°F | 99 mm | 20 | — |
| September | 9°C / 48°F | 5°C / 41°F | 104 mm | 20 | — |
| October | 3°C / 37°F | -1°C / 31°F | 89 mm | 16 | — |
| November | -4°C / 25°F | -8°C / 17°F | 68 mm | 15 | — |
| December | -9°C / 15°F | -14°C / 7°F | 58 mm | 14 | — |
Nome by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nome?
The most comfortable months in Nome are usually June, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Nome?
July is typically the hottest month in Nome, averaging a high of 14°C (57°F).
What is the coldest month in Nome?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -16°C (4°F).
Does it snow in Nome?
Snow is rare in Nome; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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