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Anchorage in July
Anchorage's warmest month brings highs averaging 65°F (18°C), lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain.
At 77/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (83 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 83%
- Daylight
- ~18 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are mild at around 65°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.3 in (83 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 83%.
With about 18 h 07 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Anchorage's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (75 → 77/100).
- July sits inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
- Our Fairbanks, Talkeetna & Anchorage route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Anchorage in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Anchorage Museum
Alaska's largest museum, strong on Alaska Native objects, art and Arctic science.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Flattop Mountain Trail
Anchorage's most climbed peak, 3 miles round trip from Glen Alps with a scramble at the top.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best long summer evening.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
11-mile paved trail along Cook Inlet with views of Denali on clear days and moose sightings.
Why now July scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Dances, storytelling and village sites representing Alaska's major Native cultures.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer afternoon.
Glacier Brewhouse
Downtown brewpub with house beers and a wood-fired grill, a fixture on 5th Avenue since the 1990s.
Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill
Classic seafood and prime rib house with big windows over Cook Inlet.
Nearby in July
- Talkeetna in July~77 mi · highs 68°F, 5.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Seward in July~79 mi · highs 58°F, 6.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Homer in July~123 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Fairbanks in July~260 mi · highs 69°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~296 m to Anchorage's ~32 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Anchorage in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Anchorage?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 77/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain. July is inside the Jun – Aug window our Alaska Glacier Route recommends.
How hot is Anchorage in July?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Anchorage in July?
Some: about 3.3 in (83 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.3 in (820 mm).
What should I pack for Anchorage in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Anchorage
Routes in season in July
- Alaska Glacier Route Jun – Aug
Planning Anchorage in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.