If hot, humid weather isn’t your thing or if you have always wanted to visit the rugged, natural beauty of North America then you may want to consider a trip to Alaska. A word of caution however, depending on the type of holiday you prefer, be sure to know what the conditions will be like at any time of the year. Temperatures can vary significantly ranging from high heat to sub-zero.
If you plan your Alaskan holiday in the summer months, say from early June to late August then expect to see lots of sun. Because you are so far north the days will be very long, meaning the sun shines almost all day long. As a matter of reference at the peak of the summer you can expect over 20 hours of daylight! July tends to be the hottest month whilst as summer comes to an end in August you can expect heavy rain. Depending on when you go you’ll want to be sure to research the type of clothing you’ll need to bring. As you might expect, this time of the year is when most tourist flock to Alaska so be prepared to pay high tourist prices.
Just before the summer, around mid-late Spring or after August when most tourist begin to return home may be an ideal time for your Alaskan holiday. There isn’t much of a Spring in Alaska, more like a time when there’s snow, and a time when it breaks up. Also, weather conditions toward September could become colder than what you anticipated, unless this is what you want.
This little guide is assuming you want to explore Alaska and it’s untamed beauty whilst still having the temperature to spend lots of time outdoors. However, if you’re a cold-weather fan then you’ll find your Alaskan holiday to be cheaper in late Autumn and Winter due to the slow down in tourism. Keep in mind though, these months can be quite cold so don’t forget to pack your parka and a pair of snow shoes!