From April on you will find
more daylight in Alaska than anywhere else in the United States. Days start out being 16 hours long and gain another hour of daylight each week. You will still be able to get a glimpse of the
northern lights during the night as the midnight sun is yet to come.
Temperatures rise all over the country but at very different speeds. While all the way up north, temperatures do not rise higher than up to 10°F at day and -7°F at night. In the Interior area that is known for its cold winters but comparatively warm summers days can be 42°F warm and night temperatures only drop to 20°F.
Also,
the precipitation rate is comparatively low during April. The mild weather conditions encourage animals to slowly leave their winter habitat so you might get the chance to see a moose or bear.
In the more southern regions temperatures during the day can already climb to 50°F and more while nights are around 35°F warm. You will still find plenty of snow to
ski in the mountains or go
dog sledding in the interior parts of the country.
Best Time to Visit Alaska
This depends greatly on the things you want to do during your stay. Spring is the best season to go on a cruise and see some gray whales. The warmest months are June, July and August with temperatures around a range of 45-70°F. September already brings cooler nights but you could also experience an extended summer with the warm Alaska weather being prolonged in September.
The northern lights can be observed from September through mid-April. During winter you can also view the artistic masterpieces created by ice carvers and try or watch some dog mushing. Winter in Alaska is also known for its spectacular festivals.
Things to know about Alaska
Alaska is of course a perfect vacation destination for winter sports activities like all sorts of skiing, dog mushing, ice skating, snowmobiling... this list could be continued endlessly. But Alaska is also a popular destination for summer vacations where you can visit various national parks, explore glaciers all year round, see wildlife such as brown bears, mooses and hawks and the breathtaking extent of untouched nature.
The northern lights or Aurora Borealis are another spectacle of nature that can be observed from April to November. And finally there are things to do out at sea like
whale watching, fishing… even snorkeling is possible in summer!
All year round there are various festivals and celebrations that give you the chance to meet the locals of this huge state.
Keep this vastness in mind when planning your trip, calculate enough time for your vacation and be sure to keep track of the weather in Alaska!
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