Month-by-month gutter calendar for Larsen Bay, AK
October is the wettest month in Larsen Bay, AK at 8.9 inches, and July the driest. Rain is spread across 12 months of the year, so there is no single quiet season — inspection matters more here than one annual clean-out. 5 months average a low at or below freezing, which is when ice dams and blocked downspouts do their damage.
| Month | Rain | High | Low | Gutter load | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.4" | 36°F | 26°F | Peak | Ice risk — keep runs and downspouts clear of standing water |
| February | 6.3" | 38°F | 27°F | High | Ice risk — keep runs and downspouts clear of standing water |
| March | 4.8" | 39°F | 28°F | Moderate | Ice risk — keep runs and downspouts clear of standing water |
| April | 6.1" | 45°F | 34°F | High | Inspect after heavy rain for overflow at corners and seams |
| May | 5.9" | 52°F | 40°F | High | Inspect after heavy rain for overflow at corners and seams |
| June | 5.2" | 57°F | 46°F | High | Inspect after heavy rain for overflow at corners and seams |
| July | 4.5" | 62°F | 51°F | Moderate | Routine check of hangers, seals and slope |
| August | 4.9" | 63°F | 50°F | High | Clear debris now, before the wet season starts |
| September | 7.6" | 57°F | 44°F | Peak | Heaviest flow of the year — confirm downspouts discharge away from the foundation |
| October | 8.9" | 48°F | 36°F | Peak | Heaviest flow of the year — confirm downspouts discharge away from the foundation |
| November | 7.1" | 41°F | 30°F | High | Ice risk — keep runs and downspouts clear of standing water |
| December | 8.8" | 37°F | 27°F | Peak | Ice risk — keep runs and downspouts clear of standing water |
Monthly normals are NOAA 1991–2020 from KODIAK AP, 58 miles away. Gutter load is scored against this city's own wettest month, not a national average.
Larsen Bay, AK homes and what that means for gutter work
| Housing units | 98 |
|---|---|
| Built before 1960 | 2% |
| Built since 2010 | 7.1% |
| Single-family detached | 92.9% |
| Owner occupied | 85.2% |
| Median home value | $117,500 |
92.9% of units are single-family detached, which is the straightforward case: one owner, ground-level access on most elevations, and a continuous run that can be formed on site.
Housing figures are US Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-year estimates.
Gutter work available in Larsen Bay, AK
Installers in the Larsen Bay network cover seamless installation formed on site, repairs to leaks, sagging and storm damage, and full replacement. The profile and downspout count set out above is what a quote here should be based on. See what each service involves.
Signs You Need Seamless Gutter Repair or Installation
- Frequent clogging
- Visible cracks or splits
- Gaps between gutters and fascia boards
- Water pooling around your foundation
- Rust spots or peeling paint on your gutters