High winds throughout the year; short, mild, cool sunny summers; 24 hours of daylight for one month; long, severe, harsh, extremely cold winters; about one hour of daylight by December 1; 10-12" precipitation annually; for back country hiking/camping - wear plenty of warm clothing, dress in layers, use rain gear, waterproof all of it; wear sturdy hiking boots, waders for wet terrain.

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