Best Time to Visit Mount Foraker
Best time to visit Mount Foraker: March, June and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Mount Foraker
Go in March, June and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Mount Foraker month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -31° | -41° | 9,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | -32° | -40° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | -34° | -42° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | -24° | -30° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | -16° | -23° | 6,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | -4° | -12° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | -2° | -9° | 8,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | -3° | -9° | 11,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| September | -12° | -17° | 8,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| October | -20° | -27° | 5,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | -28° | -37° | 5,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | -34° | -42° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Mount Foraker compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Foraker.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denali National Park | 12 mi | 16°F | +71°F warmer | 45 in |
| Denali | 14 mi | -32°F | 41°F cooler | 80 in |
| Anchorage | 130 mi | 37°F | +92°F warmer | 36 in |
| Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport | 131 mi | 38°F | +93°F warmer | 33 in |
| Lake Clark National Park | 153 mi | 20°F | +75°F warmer | 43 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mount Foraker is a mountain in Alaska. Mount Foraker is a mountain known as a companion peak to Denali. It sits at 17.402 ft above sea level.
Right now it is -7°F (-22°C) in Mount Foraker with snow. It feels like -15°F. Today runs from -11°F to -2°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.6/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Mount Foraker is March, June and December. The climate is polar. January, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near -2°F, while March is the coldest with lows near -42°F.
The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 131 mi away. Nearby highlights include Denali National Park, Denali, Lake Clark National Park and Yukon River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of -2°F is in line with the -3°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,7 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -11°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Mount Foraker right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:26 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
❄️ -6° / -8°
Heavy snow showers · 98% rain · wind 2 mph
🌨️ -7° / -16°
Light snow showers · 70% rain · wind 3 mph
Things to do in Mount Foraker
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mount Foraker.
Quick facts about Mount Foraker
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 62°57′37.4″N 151°23′58.9″W (62.9604, -151.3997) |
| Elevation | 17.402 ft |
| Known for | a companion peak to Denali |
| Local time | 5:26 PM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | March, June and December |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Foraker?
Mount Foraker is a mountain in Alaska. Its coordinates are 62.9604, -151.3997. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Mount Foraker right now?
It is currently -7°F (-22°C) with snow. Humidity is 96% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Foraker?
March, June and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Foraker, which has a polar climate. January, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Foraker in?
Mount Foraker observes America/Anchorage (UTC-08:00). The local time is 5:26 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Foraker?
The closest airports are Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), 131 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Foraker?
Popular options include Denali National Park, Denali, Lake Clark National Park, Yukon River and Kenai Fjords National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 25, 2026 at 5:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
