Alaska (Juneau) · June
Best travel monthTravel seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 2° (36°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)7 (45) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -2° (28°)-13– (9–)4 (39) | -2° (28°)-12– (10–)3 (37) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)3 (37) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)6 (43) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)10 (50) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)8– (46–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)4 (39) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 | 3h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 6° (43°) | 5° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 6° (43°) | 8° (46°) | 11° (52°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 11° (52°) | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) |
🌧Rain Days | 16d176mm (6.9") | 11d108mm (4.2") | 11d90mm (3.5") | 11d94mm (3.7") | 10d96mm (3.8") | 10d103mm (4.0") | 13d134mm (5.3") | 15d175mm (6.9") | 18d229mm (9.0") | 17d219mm (8.6") | 16d165mm (6.5") | 14d155mm (6.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
June is one of the best months to visit Alaska (Juneau) — with 6 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 16°C (61°F).
Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 13°C (55°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (103 mm (4.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 11°C (52°F), the water is still quite cool in June — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Spring arrives with long days and the sun, which breaks through most often in May. The first cruise ships dock and humpback whales return to the waters off town. The Mendenhall Glacier sits in fresh green, and prices are still gentler than in high summer.
Events & Festivals
- Celebrationearly June (every two years in even years, next edition 2028)
A four-day festival of the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian with dance groups, a procession and an art market — one of the largest cultural events in Alaska.
Packing list for Alaska (Juneau) in June
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is June a good time to visit Alaska (Juneau)?
- Yes — June is one of the best months to visit Alaska (Juneau) (Climate Score: 60/100). Pleasant temperatures (16°C (61°F)), good sunshine (6 h/day), and few rain days (10) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Juneau) in June?
- In June, Alaska (Juneau) sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 13°C (55°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Juneau) in June?
- In June, Alaska (Juneau) receives an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Juneau) get in June?
- Alaska (Juneau) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in June — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Juneau) in June?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Juneau) in June averages 11°C (52°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
