Anchorage Map
Interactive map of Anchorage with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 64°F (18°C) in Anchorage with mainly clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 49°F to 64°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 64°F is in line with the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Anchorage today at 9.5/10. 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.
Map of Anchorage
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 61°13′5.2″N 149°54′1.1″W (61.2181, -149.9003)
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 | 2:03 PM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | June |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Maps of each airport in Anchorage
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Getting to Anchorage
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) · 4 mi
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Anchorage
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport | ANC | 4 mi | Anchorage |
Things to do in Anchorage
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Anchorage.
Explore Anchorage
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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 64°F (18°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 55% 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 2:03 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 23, 2026 at 2:03 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
