kids encyclopedia robot

Mount Adair facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Quick facts for kids
Mount Adair
Mount Adair.jpg
Southeast aspect from Primrose Trail
Highest point
Elevation 5,178 ft (1,578 m)
Prominence 2,778 ft (847 m)
Isolation 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
Geography
Mount Adair is located in Alaska
Mount Adair
Mount Adair
Location in Alaska
Location Chugach National Forest
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Alaska, United States
Parent range Kenai Mountains
Topo map USGS Seward B-7

Mount Adair is a really tall mountain in Alaska, USA. It's part of the Kenai Mountains and has two main peaks, like two bumps on its top! The eastern peak is a bit taller than the western one. This amazing mountain is located in the Chugach National Forest. It's not too far from other cool places like Mount Ascension and Seward, Alaska. All the rain and snow that falls on Mount Adair eventually flows into Kenai Lake. People have known about Mount Adair by its local name since 1951.

Understanding Mount Adair's Climate

Mount Adair is in a subarctic climate zone. This means it has very long, cold, and snowy winters. The summers are usually mild, not too hot.

Winter Weather on the Mountain

During winter, temperatures can drop really low, sometimes below -20 °C (which is -4 °F). With the wind, it can feel even colder, like -30 °C (-22 °F) or less!

Forests Around Mount Adair

Because of this cold climate, you'll find forests of spruce and hemlock trees on the lower parts of the mountain. These trees are tough and can handle the chilly weather.

kids search engine
Mount Adair Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.