Haines Borough Climate
Haines Borough, Alaska
Avg Annual Temp
39.9°F
Annual Precip
52.9"
Annual Snowfall
204.5"
Extreme Heat Days
0.03333333333333333
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Haines Borough Weather
A Maritime Climate with Substantial Snowfall
Haines Borough averages 39.9°F annually, staying well below the national median temperature of roughly 54°F. Its coastal location creates a unique maritime subarctic climate characterized by high moisture and cool summers.
Warmer than the Average Alaskan Interior
At 39.9°F, Haines is warmer than the statewide average of 35.9°F. Its position in the Southeast panhandle keeps it significantly milder than the frozen interior boroughs.
A Regional Leader in Heavy Snowfall
While nearby Juneau averages 81.9 inches of snow, Haines receives a massive 204.5 inches annually. Both regions share similar average temperatures, but the local geography of Haines drives much higher winter accumulation.
Moderate Summers and Massive Snow Accumulation
Summers are cool with a July average of 58.4°F, ensuring there are no extreme heat days over 90°F. Winter is defined by heavy precipitation, with 52.9 inches of total annual moisture falling mostly as snow.
Snow Removal is a Way of Life
Residents require heavy-duty snow removal equipment and structural designs capable of handling high snow loads. Waterproof outer layers are necessary for the 52.9 inches of annual precipitation that defines the region.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.