What July feels like in Anchorage
Summer peaks in July: no month in Anchorage is warmer. The middle of the day is pleasantly mild. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Anchorage in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about one day in 2. A rainy day brings about 6.8 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 6.1 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in July
On 15 July the sun rises at about 4:49 am and sets around 11:22 pm local time, giving 18 h 33 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 45 min less daylight than mid-June. About 59% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, sun and cloud share the day.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Anchorage's temperature order, July sits as the warmest month. Against June, the average high is 1.6°C (2.9°F) higher, with 36 mm more rain. From here temperatures start to ease, beginning in August. By August, typical highs are 16.9°C (62.4°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Hiking: a good fit — mild temperatures for trails.
Tips for visiting Anchorage in July
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Anchorage in July?
It feels mild: typical highs are 18.2°C (64.8°F), with lows near 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in Anchorage in July?
Quite a lot — 89 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Anchorage in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Anchorage?
July, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Anchorage's months, against #4 for the other. August is cooler and has more rainy days.