Best Time to Visit Anchorage
Best time: Jun, Jul, May, Aug.
Jul is warmest (19.1°C high); Sep is rainiest (137 mm).
Anchorage weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -5.3 | -12.5 | 68 | 0.4 |
| Feb | -3.2 | -11 | 61 | 1.4 |
| Mar | 1.2 | -7.2 | 49 | 3.4 |
| Apr | 6.7 | -1.5 | 42 | 5.5 |
| May | 12.9 | 4 | 40 | 7.6 |
| Jun | 17.4 | 8.5 | 47 | 8.4 |
| Jul | 19.1 | 11 | 64 | 7 |
| Aug | 17.9 | 9.9 | 102 | 5.7 |
| Sep | 13.1 | 5.6 | 137 | 3.6 |
| Oct | 5.1 | -1.8 | 112 | 1.9 |
| Nov | -2.2 | -8.6 | 70 | 0.7 |
| Dec | -4.6 | -11.4 | 88 | 0.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunJulMayAug
Beaches: JunMayJulApr
Hiking: JunMayJul
Sightseeing: JunJulMayAug
Anchorage quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Anchorage?
Jun, Jul, May, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 137 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 19.1°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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