Anchorage Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Anchorage: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Anchorage 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 | 21° | 11° | 3,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 26° | 14° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 32° | 17° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 44° | 28° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 54° | 39° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 65° | 49° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 51° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 55° | 44° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 42° | 32° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 28° | 19° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 21° | 12° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Anchorage
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Anchorage compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Anchorage.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenai Fjords National Park | 90 mi | 40°F | +35°F warmer | 155 in |
| Lake Clark National Park | 119 mi | 20°F | 49°F cooler | 43 in |
| Mount Foraker | 130 mi | -23°F | 92°F cooler | 78 in |
| Denali | 133 mi | -32°F | 101°F cooler | 80 in |
| Denali National Park | 138 mi | 16°F | 53°F cooler | 45 in |
Climate by airport in Anchorage
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit Anchorage
Go in June. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Anchorage
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 64°F typical for this month.
A 92% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Above 60 degrees latitude, daylight swings enormously - summer nights barely darken and winter days are short.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 74°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Anchorage is a city in Alaska. Anchorage is known for Base for Alaskan wilderness. It has a population of about 290.000.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Anchorage with clear sky. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 49°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Anchorage is June. The climate is subarctic. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 11°F.
The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 4 mi away. Nearby highlights include Kenai Fjords National Park, Lake Clark National Park, Mount Foraker and Denali.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Anchorage today at 8.5/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Anchorage
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 61°13′5.2″N 149°54′1.1″W (61.2181, -149.9003) |
| Population | 290.000 |
| Known for | Base for Alaskan wilderness |
| Local time | 6:40 AM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | June |
| Climate | Subarctic |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Anchorage?
Anchorage is a city in Alaska. Its coordinates are 61.2181, -149.9003. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Anchorage right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 65% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Anchorage?
June offer the most comfortable conditions in Anchorage, which has a subarctic climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Anchorage in?
Anchorage observes America/Anchorage (UTC-08:00). The local time is 6:40 AM.
How many people live in Anchorage?
Anchorage has a population of approximately 290.000.
What is the nearest airport to Anchorage?
The closest airports are Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), 4 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Anchorage?
Popular options include Kenai Fjords National Park, Lake Clark National Park, Mount Foraker, Denali, Denali National Park and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.
What places are in Anchorage?
Anchorage covers 1 places in this atlas, including Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - 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 24, 2026 at 6:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
