Best Time to Visit Alaska (Month by Month Guide)

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Did you know that you can often get discounts when visiting Alaska in the months of April and September and that the peak visiting month is July? Alaska is one of the most beautiful wilderness destinations in the world, but there are better times to visit it than others. Though there are things to do in Alaska at all times of the year, the spring and summer activities are a good deal more popular than the fall and winter ones. In this video, we’ll be exploring the best time to visit Alaska on a month-by-month basis.
▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - April
02:01 - May
02:54 - June
03:47 - July
04:57 - August
05:27 - September
06:00 - October and November
06:23 - December through March
06:59 - Outro
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Though there are people who visit Alaska during the winter months, tourist season is generally considered to first start in April. April is when things start kicking into gear, though it’s still colder and darker than the summer months. Things get even more vibrant in May, though June and July are considered to be the peaks month to visit Alaska by most. July is when the days are longest and the weather is at its warmest, though these facts also mean that Alaska can be a good deal busier in July than it is during other months.
You’ll still find plenty of summer tourists visiting Alaska in August, but there’s no question that things are starting to die down. Things die down even more in September, though you’ll still find some tourists that are anxious to get a view of Alaska’s encroaching fall scenery. Things start to become dead during the later months of the fall, as the weather starts getting colder and popular activities start getting fewer and farther between. One of the only reasons that you’ll find people in Alaska during the fall is to go fishing.
During the winter, there are plenty of activities that bring people to Alaska. These include skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, and checking out the northern lights. However, visiting during the winter isn’t nearly as popular with the masses as visiting during the summer. Join Viewcation as we explore the best time to visit Alaska, month by month.
Best Time to Visit Alaska (Month by Month Guide)

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[@kellygrace1617]

We did a cruise in August and I LOVE it. I am dying to get back and see Denali!!!!!!! Husband wants to fish. We will manage both. Great video.

[@user-qo4dd7ws6w]

We went in the end of Feburary to the first week in March. It was amazing. Flew up to Bettles lodge and had two fabulous nights of Northern Lights viewing. Planning another winter trip to Bettles in 2025 which is supposed to be the peak of the Northern Lights cycle. The beauty of Alaska outweighs the cold!!!

[@shupingyin8082]

Sweet, I’m visiting in first week in September

[@sunnygal57]

Me too! Discovery Princess.

[@HectorRodriguez-ey3xj]

I like to know if middle of September is a better time than early September.

[@I82much2day-soudonthave2]

Crowds and bad weather has the ability to put a damper on vacay .

[@RKTravelandSports]

i wanna go yes for do/fox sliding, do i can get the ride for fox sliding over there? pls recommend if I wanna go this month or February ?

[@kevenkullberg9955]

I’ve been there three times over the past 20+ years, and I am hoping to go again this year before it’s too late in the season. It’s my favorite place so far on the planet.

[@heidigomez001]

I have a cruise planned with my 2 children September 2nd this will be our first time. 😁

[@wacellyvargas5535]

I have visited twice for a one week stay and both times were great, now that I am retired, we are looking forward for a 6-8 week stay and Northern lights are a must. What's the recommendation?

[@jesseprairiewolf7496]

Went to Alaska last week (early May) saw wildlife (orcas, sea otters, brown bear, humpback whales and eagles) we cruised up the southeastern islands. Highly recommended. May is a good time to go.

[@OnViewCation]

Fun stuff, thanks for sharing! Which city/location would you like us to cover next?

[@jesseprairiewolf7496]

@@OnViewCation Lake Tahoe would be pretty cool! 🏔️🙂

[@ellenappleton843]

How long was the hike and was it difficult?

[@kimyoung3484]

Thank you so much 😍👍

[@OnViewCation]

Our pleasure. Which city/location would you like us to review next?

[@myalaskaguide]

NO cruise ships are running in Alaska in March or April. The first ones depart Mid-May. We still have snow on the ground through at least half of April.

[@OnViewCation]

Interesting, thank you for the additional info about the cruise ships! Be safe ❣

[@newfoundlanderingallsfamil4084]

Trying to talk wife into going in October my birthday

[@juanandrade1824]

I want to go November or December but it seems like there won’t be much to do

[@panthergal7399]

We're headed there the first week in April.. hoping to see all that mentioned for April

[@PicsfromRick]

Going this year in April, what can I expect? Still full of snow? Or some ability to hike, also any northern lights?

[@garyantesr]

I'm going this coming January (24), to see the northern lights, snowshoe, snow machine, ice fish.

[@OnViewCation]

Have fun! Please let us know how your travel goes ❣

[@virgo714]

Hopefully I go in September

[@OnViewCation]

You should! Be safe and have a great weekend 💗

[@teresaavalos4804]

I want to visit Alaska. I want to see wildlife and hike. I’d like to see some of the big cities, small towns, and remote areas.

[@OnViewCation]

You should 💕

[@Justinian21c]

Definite thumbs down! Totally bogus to say majority of cruise ships sail to Alaska in April! Showing peak wildflowers in bloom for April in Alaska is also highly misleading!