Alaska Weather in June

June is one of the best months to travel to Alaska. For one thing, the most sunshine hours are to be found in June (up to 22h/day) and temperatures are mild ranging from around 48°F during the night to 70°F during the day in most parts of the state. Also, winds and clouds are less prominent in June.

June has the best weather conditions for hiking in the many national parks and enjoying Alaska’s spectacular scenery and wildlife. Do not forget your bug repellent in the morning! Mosquitoes like this warm, windless weather in particular where there is stagnant water. And tourists like it as well so expect higher rates and more people at attraction sites the later in June it is.

In the Arctic region temperatures during the day do not exceed 40°F but nights become a lot less harsh at around 28°F. The sun never sets up there and there is less wind and storm. In the Arctic region of Alaska and at the glaciers, dog mushing can be done all year round.

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!