The weather plays a significant role in whether you enjoy something. Let’s talk about the weather.

Alaska

We have been to Alaska 2 times before this trip. Let’s break it down.

2015

We came in June, and the weather was nice and sunny, except for Ketichan, where it rained.

2018

We came back, and this time it was toward the end of May. It stormed for most of the trip, but it was nice and sunny in Ketichan.

2024

Yes, it is approaching the end of the season for cruising to Alaska, and it is getting a bit colder in September. How did the weather fare?

Weather

September 16

We left the house, and I was wearing shorts. It was nice and warm and felt good

I got to the cruise port in Seattle, Washington, which was nice and sunny.

September 17

It was a sea day, and well, it got colder, and it rained.

September 18

It was a day in Sitka, and it rained and was cold.

September 19

It was a day in Skagway, and it rained and was cold.

September 20

It was a day in Juneau, and well, it rained and wasn’t as cold.

September 21

It was steady, and the boat was rocking, and it was OK temperature-wise. It wasn’t only in the 90s but also in the 30s. It never got that cold, but it wasn’t in the 60s.

There weren’t many waves, but the wind was going strong.

September 22

It was a port day in Victoria, British Columbia, and a lovely sunny day. There was no more rain. Finally, it was a good day. I enjoyed it.

September 23

I was back in Seattle,  and it was a nice day. No rain for the day. Which was shocking due to it being in the North West

Thoughts

What do you expect to do in Alaska in September? There will be rain; there is no doubt about it. If you want a sunny time, go south to the Caribbean. The weather was what I thought it would be. At least it wasn’t snowing.

It was great in Alaska. You need to go.