Geography of Yukon River
Geography of Yukon River: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Yukon River
Denali is 158 mi to the south-west, Denali National Park is 159 mi to the south-west, Mount Foraker is 171 mi to the south-west and Gates of the Arctic National Park is 255 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 64°50′16.1″N 147°42′59″W (64.8378, -147.7164)
Quick facts about Yukon River
| Type | River |
|---|---|
| State | Alaska |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 64°50′16.1″N 147°42′59″W (64.8378, -147.7164) |
| Length | 1.982 mi |
| Known for | a subarctic river of the gold rush |
| Local time | 7:16 AM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | June and July |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Yukon River is a river in Alaska. Yukon River is a river known as a subarctic river of the gold rush.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Yukon River with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 48°F to 56°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Yukon River is June and July. The climate is polar. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while December is the coldest with lows near -12°F.
The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 263 mi away. Nearby highlights include Denali, Denali National Park and Mount Foraker.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 56°F is 8.5°F below the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Yukon River today at 9.8/10. 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.
Climate in Yukon River 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 | 4° | -9° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 13° | -5° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 22° | -2° | 0,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 43° | 23° | 0,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 38° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 52° | 1,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 70° | 53° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 50° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 52° | 40° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 35° | 25° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 17° | 6° | 0,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 1° | -12° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Yukon River?
Yukon River is a river in Alaska. Its coordinates are 64.8378, -147.7164. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Yukon River right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 98% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Yukon River?
June and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Yukon River, which has a polar climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Yukon River in?
Yukon River observes America/Anchorage (UTC-08:00). The local time is 7:16 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Yukon River?
The closest airports are Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), 263 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Yukon River?
Popular options include Denali, Denali National Park and Mount Foraker.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 7:16 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
