Alaska (Skagway) · 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°)-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.
September is one of the best travel months for Alaska (Skagway) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 14°C (57°F), and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime highs average 14°C (57°F), cooling to 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 11°C (52°F)). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F). With 2 sunshine hours per day and 11 rain days (101 mm (4.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 12°C (54°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.
The rain returns, birches and poplars turn yellow and the last ships say goodbye. The train season ends and shops close one after another. Fresh snow soon dusts the peaks, and the air smells of autumn and damp wood.
Events & Festivals
- Klondike Road Relayfirst or second weekend of September
A 175 km (109 mi) relay race from Skagway over the White Pass to Whitehorse in the Yukon, run non-stop overnight from Friday to Saturday.
Packing list for Alaska (Skagway) in September
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Alaska (Skagway)?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Alaska (Skagway) (Climate Score: 24/100). Pleasant temperatures (14°C (57°F)), good sunshine (2 h/day), and few rain days (11) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Skagway) in September?
- In September, Alaska (Skagway) sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 11°C (52°F). Peaks reach around 19°C (66°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F).
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Skagway) in September?
- In September, Alaska (Skagway) receives an average of 101 mm (4.0 in) of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Skagway) get in September?
- Alaska (Skagway) averages 2 sunshine hours per day in September — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Skagway) in September?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Skagway) in September averages 12°C (54°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
