August · Alaska
Best time to visit Kodiak in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kodiak in August
Average temperature 13°C, 149 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.3/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 149 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Kodiak scores 6.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 13°C, 149 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kodiak Island pairs brown-bear country with rugged coastlines, fishing fleets, and Aleutian weather drama.
August in Kodiak — workable with trade-offs
Temperatures hover around 13°C (55°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
149 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kodiak in August?
- In August, Kodiak averages 13°C, 149 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kodiak?
- August earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kodiak in August?
- Expect about 149 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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