July · Alaska
Best time to visit Sitka in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sitka in July
Average temperature 13°C, 167 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 167 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Sitka scores 5.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 13°C, 167 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sitka blends Russian-era cathedral domes with rainforest islands and whale-rich waters on the outer coast.
July in Sitka — workable with trade-offs
Temperatures hover around 13°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
167 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.5/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 6.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. 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 Sitka in July?
- In July, Sitka averages 13°C, 167 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.5/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Sitka?
- July earns a 5.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sitka in July?
- Expect about 167 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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