Mount Foraker Travel Guide
Mount Foraker travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 (-20°C) in Mount Foraker with clear sky. It feels like -11°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 3 PM to 6 PM, 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.
Map of Mount Foraker
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Coordinates: 62°57′37.4″N 151°23′58.9″W (62.9604, -151.3997)
Weather in Mount Foraker right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:14 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌨️ -4° / -10°
Light snow · 100% rain · wind 2 mph
❄️ -7° / -9°
Heavy snow showers · 85% rain · wind 4 mph
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 | 2:14 PM (UTC-08:00) |
| Best months | March, June and December |
| Climate | Polar |
Things to do in Mount Foraker
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Mount Foraker.
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 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.
Airports near Mount Foraker
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport | ANC | 131 mi | Anchorage |
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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 (-20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 73% 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 2:14 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 2:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
