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Kenai Fjords

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National Park · AK

Kenai Fjords

Best seasonJun–Sep
EntranceFree
Campgrounds1
Fly intoANC
When to go · season and historical weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Aug. Go in May, Sep for similar weather.

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Bar height shows the season; shaded months are the window to go. Select a month for historical weather.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight does not describe nighttime visibility. Season bars and highlighted months are separate from these weather averages. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

On the map
Map showing the location of Kenai Fjords

When to go

The weather in Kenai Fjords is difficult to predict and can change rapidly. The area generally enjoys a relatively temperate maritime climate, primarily due to the influence of warmer ocean currents that flows through the Gulf of Alaska. Summer daytime temperatures range from the mid 40s°F to the low 70s°F. Overcast and cool rainy days are frequent. Winter temperatures can range from the low 30s°F to -20°F.

Know before you go

No entrance fee1 campground · 1 reservableFly into ANC
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Campgrounds

In and around Kenai Fjords, reservable sites first.