July offers the
highest temperatures, exceeding 70°F, in Alaska’s Interior and Southern parts during the day and not dropping below 50°F during the night. Even in the Arctic region temperatures climb to 45°F during the day and the
temperature does not drop below 30°F thanks to the midnight sun. In July you can always gaze at the crystalline blue of the glaciers.
It is rarely rainy in the Arctic region all year round and so is the case with the
Alaska weather in July. If there is precipitation in the Arctic region, it is usually snow and it is
less windy than during all the other months. So you can enjoy winter sports activities all year round. While it is comparatively less rainy at the coastal areas in July, you should be prepared for several rainy days if you check out the
Valdez Fish Derbies in the Interior region.
The warm weather in Alaska in summer is also preferred by mosquitoes so have a bug repellent ready! Due to the mild weather, July in Alaska is a perfect month for outdoor adventures like snowmobiling all over the state. Be aware that July is recommended as one of the best months to travel to Alaska which causes
higher prices and more tourists.
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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