Best time to visit Anchorage

Q: When is the best time to visit Anchorage?

The best time to visit Anchorage is July based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Anchorage?

The hottest time of year in Anchorage is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 19°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Anchorage?

In terms of rainfall, September is usually the wettest month in Anchorage with 68mm on average. There are normally 14 days in September with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Anchorage?

The sunniest time of year in Anchorage is normally March with bright sunshine on average for 54% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Anchorage?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Anchorage in August when the water temperature reaches 14°C.

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When is the best time to visit Anchorage?

The best time to visit Anchorage is July based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Anchorage?

The hottest time of year in Anchorage is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 19°C.

Which month has the most rain in Anchorage?

In terms of rainfall, September is usually the wettest month in Anchorage with 68mm on average. There are normally 14 days in September with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Anchorage?

The sunniest time of year in Anchorage is normally March with bright sunshine on average for 54% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Anchorage?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Anchorage in August when the water temperature reaches 14°C.