June · Alaska
Best time to visit Mendenhall Glacier in June Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mendenhall Glacier in June
Average temperature 8°C, 141 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
June score
6.5/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 141 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
June in Mendenhall Glacier scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 8°C, 141 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mendenhall Glacier flows from the Juneau Icefield to a turquoise lake with boardwalks minutes from Alaska's capital.
June in Mendenhall Glacier tops the year's climate scores
Expect 8°C (47°F) in June. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
141 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Mendenhall Glacier at 6.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mendenhall Glacier in June?
- In June, Mendenhall Glacier averages 8°C, 141 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is June a good time to visit Mendenhall Glacier?
- June earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mendenhall Glacier in June?
- Expect about 141 mm of rain in June. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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