Best Time To Visit Alaska
Discover our optimal month due to daylight, temperature, and rain
Imagine yourself in a coffee shop talking with locals about the best places to visit in Alaska. That's what you'll find here: solid advice from Alaskans who know and love this state, whether they're park rangers, naturalists, innkeepers, or bush pilots. Having helped hundreds of thousands of visitors over the decades plan their Alaska vacations, we've learned what advice has made the most difference--and we want to share that with you. We're also constantly learning, so please reach out to us by commenting on our advice articles or joining the conversation on our Facebook page.
Discover our optimal month due to daylight, temperature, and rain
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Our advice for planning your trip length
Get daylight hours and expected temperatures by town
Local knowledge on Alaska’s seasons and what to do during each one
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Alaska's pros share equipment and technique tips for you to make great photos
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Alaska's savviest wilderness guides share advice for serious adventurers
Know what animals, marine mammals, and plants & flowers to look for
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