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Anchorage in July
What July is really like in Anchorage: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
July is one of the best months to visit Anchorage. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 18.5 hours of daylight. The warmest month, with salmon in Ship Creek and the busiest tours and hotels.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 18.5 hours
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Anchorage: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 7°C (45°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with June (17°C (63°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 04:51
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 23:20
- Daylight
- About 18.5 hours
Autumn (September–October). Golden birch and early snow on the peaks in September; by October most seasonal tours have closed.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Fourth of July parade and events downtown (4 July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Northeast Anchorage
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Time your visit for a dance or Native games demonstration, and talk with the hosts at each village site.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Art
- Kids
Waterfront · Downtown
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
A paved trail of about 18 km from downtown along Cook Inlet to Kincaid Park, passing Westchester Lagoon, Earthquake Park and stretches of coastal forest where moose often browse.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours by bike
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Kids
Experience · Turnagain Arm
Seward Highway along Turnagain Arm
Check bore tide timing tables and watch from Beluga Point; never walk on the mudflats, where glacial silt can trap people as the tide rises.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Nature
- Photo spot
Nature · Hillside and South Anchorage
Flattop Mountain
From the Glen Alps trailhead in Chugach State Park, a steep trail of about 5 km round trip climbs roughly 400 metres to a flat summit with views across Anchorage, Cook Inlet and, on clear days, Denali.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 11°C and 11 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Anchorage?
One of the best months to visit Anchorage, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are June and August. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Anchorage?
It is one of the best months to visit Anchorage. The warmest month, with salmon in Ship Creek and the busiest tours and hotels.
+How warm is Anchorage in July?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Anchorage in July?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.