Shishmaref, Alaska, is located approximately 30 miles (48 kilometers) south of the Arctic Circle.
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📍 Quick Facts:
- Shishmaref coordinates: About 66.26°N latitude
- Arctic Circle latitude: 66.56°N latitude
- That puts Shishmaref just a fraction below the Arctic Circle line
🧭 What does that mean?
- Shishmaref does not lie within the Arctic Circle, but it’s very close—so it still experiences:
- Long summer days and short winter days
- Arctic-like climate conditions
- Sea ice, permafrost, and seasonal wildlife typical of Arctic regions