Skagway Municipality Climate
Skagway Municipality, Alaska
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
42.2°F
Annual Precip
28.3"
Annual Snowfall
44.9"
Extreme Heat Days
0
days >= 90°F/yr
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Climate Advisory: Skagway Municipality
Climate Verdict
Skagway Municipality has a cool, averaging 42.2°F annually, moderate rainfall of 28.3 inches per year, rare extreme heat with only 0.1 days above 90°F annually, moderate snowfall of 44.9 inches annually. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 25.6°F. summers are cool, with July averaging only 58.7°F. The 33°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Skagway Municipality is 6.5°F warmer than the Alaska statewide average of 35.7°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 25.2 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Skagway Municipality Weather
Cool maritime climate with moderate precipitation
Skagway’s 42.2°F annual average is approximately 12 degrees below the national median. Unlike its neighbors, it is relatively dry for Southeast Alaska, receiving 28.3 inches of precipitation. It experiences a temperate maritime climate with no extreme heat days.
Warmer and drier than the Alaska average
At 42.2°F, Skagway is notably warmer than the 35.9°F state average. Surprisingly, its 28.3 inches of precipitation is only about half of the statewide average of 54.8 inches. This makes it a unique outlier in the otherwise saturated Southeast region.
A dry pocket in a rainy region
Skagway is significantly drier than nearby Sitka, which receives over 150 inches of rain. Its 44.9 inches of annual snowfall is also much lower than Petersburg’s 85.6 inches. Temperature-wise, it remains consistent with the rest of the 42-45°F Panhandle group.
Distinct winters and the region's warmest summers
Winters average 27.6°F, which is colder than Sitka but still relatively mild for Alaska. Summer is the warmest in this group, with a July average of 58.7°F, though still without extreme heat. Annual snowfall is moderate for the area at 44.9 inches.
Versatile layering for changing coastal weather
Residents should prepare for a mix of rain and snow, though totals are more manageable than in neighboring boroughs. High-quality wind-resistant layers are helpful for the coastal breezes and 25.6°F January lows. Standard Alaska winter gear is sufficient for the moderate 44.9 inches of snow.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.