Alaska (Seward) · September
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 | 0° (32°)-12– (10–)6 (43) | 1° (34°)-9– (16–)6 (43) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 7° (45°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 13° (55°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)8 (46) | 1° (34°)-9– (16–)7 (45) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -5° (23°)-16– (3–)1 (34) | -4° (25°)-13– (9–)1 (34) | -3° (27°)-13– (9–)1 (34) | 1° (34°)-6– (21–)4 (39) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)8 (46) | 8° (46°)3– (37–)11 (52) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)13 (55) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)10 (50) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | -3° (27°)-11– (12–)3 (37) | -4° (25°)-14– (7–)2 (36) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 4h UV 2 | 7h UV 4 | 9h UV 6 | 10h UV 7 | 10h UV 7 | 9h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 6° (43°) | 5° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 7° (45°) | 11° (52°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 10° (50°) | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) |
🌧Rain Days | 10d141mm (5.5") | 8d106mm (4.2") | 7d79mm (3.1") | 9d82mm (3.2") | 8d76mm (3.0") | 7d52mm (2.1") | 8d89mm (3.5") | 13d148mm (5.8") | 14d229mm (9.0") | 13d224mm (8.8") | 10d152mm (6.0") | 10d161mm (6.3") |
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.
September is one of the best travel months for Alaska (Seward) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 13°C (55°F), and outdoor activities are excellent.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drop to 7°C (45°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 14 rain days (229 mm (9.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 13°C (55°F), the water is still quite cool in September — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Autumn brings rain, mist and glowing leaf colours inland. The salmon runs come late, and the occasional glacier cruise still sails at the end of the season. The mood turns darker and calmer, and the first snowflakes fall on the mountains.
Packing list for Alaska (Seward) in September
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Alaska (Seward)?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Alaska (Seward) (Climate Score: 32/100). Pleasant temperatures (13°C (55°F)), good sunshine (5 h/day), and few rain days (14) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Seward) in September?
- In September, Alaska (Seward) sees daily highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F).
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Seward) in September?
- In September, Alaska (Seward) receives an average of 229 mm (9.0 in) of rain over 14 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Seward) get in September?
- Alaska (Seward) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in September — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Seward) in September?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Seward) in September averages 13°C (55°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
