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Best outfit for AK- waterproof hiking shoes & waterproof jacket. I’m finishing up my cruise & it was very warm and unusually not raining this past week. If you go out on a boat excursion layer up because it will be cold & windy outside. Expect rain and hopefully you won’t have rain!
Answered by TidJJ on June 22, 2024
Plan for rain and 60 to 70 weather. Ought of my 2 Alaskan cruises I have yet to need rain gear BUT everyone always says it normally rainy. I just buy a couple of cheap $1 or $2 emergency rain poncho to carry just in case.
Answered by Falconracer on June 21, 2024
average temps in August of about 63°F with lows into the mid 40's. average rainfall for August is just over 5'. Bring water resistant footwear, a raincoat or umbrella.
Answered by ASYoung on June 22, 2024
Thanks for the pointers everyone! We’re sailing Alaska for the first time in Aug and the only thing I hadn’t ordered were waterproof hiking shoes. Even if it doesn’t rain I’d rather have them than wet feet all day! 😉
Answered by livlifenoregret on July 01, 2024
Hello, I was in Juneau 2 days ago, it was on 60°. We went to the Glacier and literally were sweating while walking to the falls. My advice, wear layers and bring a bag, so you can take some clothes off if needed and put it away or viceversa.
Answered by Milk76 on June 09, 2024
The last time we were there in August, it was warm & sunny. We were in TShirts & I was wishing I had packed shorts. But the weather can change from day to day. I suggest putting Juneau on your weather app & checking it as you get closer to departure.
Answered by janarx70 on June 09, 2024
I made my whole family pack their jackets and we ended up carrying them. It was very warm. I think it was around 70 degrees. Definitely a summer day in Juneau.
Answered by KariChaos on July 03, 2024
Layering is the best. Usually chilly in am. Tshirts, light jacket, and sometimes a hat or toboggan as some say. I got a rain poncho from Amazon. Came in handy 1 time. I also bought plastic shoe covers for rain but never had to use them. If it is cloudy, will be cooler. I like carrying a small backpack with these items. Sunglasses. I bring bug spray but haven’t needed it. Large mosquitos
Answered by Ladyjunecliff on July 05, 2024
Following, we are headed there mid-August! wondering if I'm need more than 2 pair of fleece layering pieces for a 7 night cruise. Do I need gloves?
Answered by janetconant on July 15, 2024
We went last year August and honestly it all depends at each stop. That particular week Juneau was grey and cloudy. Light rain on and off. The high was only around 14 celcius. Do bring a light jacket or windbreaker, preferably waterproof (most days on the ship it's windy and on land). This weather is expected, but don't let that discouraged you to enjoy the beauty of Alaska.
Answered by OceanBreezeLid on July 28, 2024
Watch some cruising videos about Alaska and what to wear on YouTube. I’ve been to Alaska twice. Both times in September. First time it was warm. Only sprinkled once. Second time a little cooler but honestly not that cold. It varies widely. Have a great cruise!
Answered by Striper1 on July 28, 2024