Alaska (Skagway) · 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 | 0° (32°)-13– (9–)7 (45) | 1° (34°)-10– (14–)7 (45) | 4° (39°)-5– (23–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 1° (34°)-9– (16–)7 (45) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -4° (25°)-17– (1–)4 (39) | -4° (25°)-13– (9–)3 (37) | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)3 (37) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)6 (43) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)8– (46–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)6 (43) | -3° (27°)-12– (10–)3 (37) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 4h UV 5 | 3h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 4° (39°) | 4° (39°) | 3° (37°) | 4° (39°) | 7° (45°) | 10° (50°) | 13° (55°) | 13° (55°) | 12° (54°) | 10° (50°) | 8° (46°) | 6° (43°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d61mm (2.4") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 5d39mm (1.5") | 5d33mm (1.3") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 5d29mm (1.1") | 6d42mm (1.7") | 8d63mm (2.5") | 11d101mm (4.0") | 10d98mm (3.8") | 8d65mm (2.6") | 7d74mm (2.9") |
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 (Skagway) — with 5 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 17°C (63°F).
Daytime highs average 17°C (63°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (29 mm (1.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 10°C (50°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 dry and bright: in the rain shadow of the coastal mountains little rain falls, and the days lengthen quickly. The first ships dock, the White Pass & Yukon Route resumes service and the Chilkoot Trail begins to thaw. One of the best times for sunny days.
Packing list for Alaska (Skagway) in June
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is June a good time to visit Alaska (Skagway)?
- Yes — June is one of the best months to visit Alaska (Skagway) (Climate Score: 60/100). Pleasant temperatures (17°C (63°F)), good sunshine (5 h/day), and few rain days (5) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Skagway) in June?
- In June, Alaska (Skagway) sees daily highs of 17°C (63°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Skagway) in June?
- In June, Alaska (Skagway) receives an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Skagway) get in June?
- Alaska (Skagway) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in June — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Skagway) in June?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Skagway) in June averages 10°C (50°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
