In the colder areas of
Alaska (Arctic and Interior region)
temperatures at night drop to -5°F and to 30°F in the warmer areas in the south. Still,
March is a perfect month to enjoy the beautiful northern lights during the night with the right gear on.During the day t
emperatures rise up to a very moderate 45°F the further south you go.
March is the month with the least precipitation so the best time to go for
gray whale watching which can be done from mid-March on. If visiting the northern parts where winds increase the perceived chill of
daytime temperatures of around 20°F, have warm and windproof clothes ready! Then
you can benefit from the perfect snow conditions for your favorite winter sports or visit the
World Ice Championship which can only be held thanks to the cold weather. You can also enjoy some of the various festivals like the
Fur Rendezvous that Alaska’s winter season is known for.
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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