In September the
day temperatures reach 60°F in the Southern coastal areas, 53°F in the Interior regions and no more than 34°F in the Arctic region. Low temperatures at night drop to 48°F at the Southern coasts, to 35°F in the Interior and to 26°F in the Arctic region. It is the best time to experience an Indian summer in
Alaska's forests and national park during the days that are still warm and dry in the Interior region.
Peak season and even more importantly mosquito season is over and you can easily find accommodation for reasonable prices. The very
changeable weather is back at the coastal regions though so have your water and windproof gear with you at all times if you are close to the Pacific Ocean.
In the Arctic region snowfall is increasing and the days are already becoming much shorter in September.
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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