Standard TimeAKST |
UTC-9 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC-8 |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Anchorage |
Akiyak time compared to Beijing time (China) |
17 hours ahead |
About Akiak, Alaska, USA
Akiak is a Native American town in the western part of the U.S. state of Alaska, located in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region, situated on the banks of the Yukon River, about 56 kilometers from Bethel. The city has an area of about 6.9 square kilometers and a population of about 400, predominantly Yupik Eskimos, and is part of a distinct Alaska Native community.
The climate is subarctic in character, with long, severe winters and short, mild summers. The economy is based on traditional subsistence activities such as fishing, hunting, and craft making, with a small dependence on government services. Akiak is connected to the outside world by a small airport and seasonal river transportation with no direct highway access, reflecting the typical lifestyle of a remote Alaskan community.
Culturally, the town retains a strong Yupik heritage, with language and customs passed down from generation to generation. With a focus on environmental protection and sustainability, the community is a window into Alaska Native life. Despite its modest facilities, Akiak attracts visitors interested in polar culture with its resilient community spirit.
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Today is 2025-12-30
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17:38
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