June weather forecastSkagway, AK

The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in AlaskaThe White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad heading to Skagway in Alaska

June

Weather in June

June in Skagway sees the arrival of the summer season, with the weather turning noticeably warmer. The temperatures reach their annual peak, going up to a high of 50.2°F (10.1°C). Along with the increase in temperature, the city enjoys the maximum daylight hours across the year. Although the rainfall does rise slightly, the overall atmosphere remains sunny and dry on most days. The longer days and milder night temperatures make June an ideal month for exploring Skagway.

Temperature

The transition from May to June brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout June, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

June and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Skagway, Alaska.

Rainfall

In Skagway, during June, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Skagway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Skagway, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

With an average of 18h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 3:53 am and sunset at 10:04 pm. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 3:49 am and sunset at 10:20 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

June has the most sunshine of the year in Skagway, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In Skagway, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in June translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In June, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Skagway are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C) respectively.

June and July, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in June is 80%.

In June, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout June, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Skagway, snow does not fall in June through September.

In June, it doesn't snow. May is the latest month when it typically snows.

June has the longest days of the year, with an average of 18h and 30min of daylight.

In June, the average day length is 18h and 32min.

In June, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 3:53 am and sunset at 10:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:49 am and sunset at 10:20 pm AKDT.

June has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

In June, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.

In Skagway, the average daily maximum UV index in June is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average high temperature in June: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in June: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°F).

Average pressure in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average pressure in June: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average wind speed in June: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.5mph).

Average humidity in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average humidity in June: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (80%).

Average rainfall in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average rainfall in June: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").

Average rainfall days in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average rainfall days in June: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average snowfall in June: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average snowfall days in June: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in June /
Average sunshine in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average daylight in June: 18h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in June: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average sunshine days in June: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average UV index in June: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average cloud cover in June: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in June
Skagway, AK

  • Average visibility in June: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).