Weather & Best Time to Visit in Ketchikan

Best time to visit Ketchikan

Mid-July to mid-August. WeatherSpark identifies mid-July to mid-August as the optimal window for warm-weather activities, with the highest tourism comfort scores peaking in the final week of July. Warmest average highs (~63°F), peak salmon runs, all tours available, long daylight, and the Blueberry Arts Festival in early August add a cultural anchor

Ketchikan weather by month

MonthHigh (°F)Low (°F)Notes
Jan3933crisp & wet
Feb4032crisp & wet
Mar4234crisp & wet
Apr4838cool & wet
May5646cool & wet
Jun6150mild & wet
Jul6454mild & wet
Aug6455mild & wet
Sep5951cool & wet
Oct5144cool & wet
Nov4337crisp & wet
Dec3833crisp & wet