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Airports in Alaska

Airports near Alaska with IATA codes, distances and onward travel notes.

☁️ 52°F now🕔 3:00 PM local📅 Best: June, July and August👥 733.000

Airports near Alaska

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Ted Stevens Anchorage International AirportANC576 miAnchorage

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Coordinates: 58°18′6.8″N 134°25′10.9″W (58.3019, -134.4197)

Summary

Alaska is a state in United States. Alaska is a US state with its capital at Juneau. It has a population of about 733.000. The capital is Juneau.

Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Alaska with overcast. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 52°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 57%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Alaska is June, July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 22°F.

The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 576 mi away. Nearby highlights include Denali National Park, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Katmai National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 63°F is in line with the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Alaska today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Quick facts about Alaska

TypeState
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates58°18′6.8″N 134°25′10.9″W (58.3019, -134.4197)
CapitalJuneau
Population733.000
Area665.384 sq mi
AbbreviationAK
Time zoneAmerica/Anchorage
Local time3:00 PM (UTC-08:00)
Best monthsJune, July and August
ClimateSubarctic

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Alaska?

Alaska is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 58.3019, -134.4197. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Alaska right now?

It is currently 52°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Alaska?

June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Alaska, which has a subarctic climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Alaska in?

Alaska observes America/Juneau (UTC-08:00). The local time is 3:00 PM.

How many people live in Alaska?

Alaska has a population of approximately 733.000.

What is the nearest airport to Alaska?

The closest airports are Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), 576 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Alaska?

Popular options include Denali National Park, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park and Kobuk Valley National Park.

What places are in Alaska?

Alaska covers 12 places in this atlas, including Denali National Park, Gates of the Arctic National Park, Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park and Kobuk Valley National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 5, 2026 at 3:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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