Mount Foraker Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Mount Foraker: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
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).
Recent extremes in Mount Foraker
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
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 |
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.
What this means for Mount Foraker
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of -4°F is in line with the -3°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Overnight lows near -10°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
At 17.402 ft, air here runs roughly 94°F cooler than the same latitude at sea level.
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.
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.
- 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 -5°F (-21°C) in Mount Foraker with mainly clear. It feels like -12°F. Today runs from -10°F to -4°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.6/10 - marginal.
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 -4°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. Overnight lows near -10°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. 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 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 | 6:38 AM (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 -5°F (-21°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 83% and wind is 1 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 6:38 AM.
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 24, 2026 at 6:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
