Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Kenai Peninsula, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Kenai Peninsula, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kenai Peninsula, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States of America by month

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January

If you are traveling to Kenai Peninsula in January, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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February

February in Kenai Peninsula is frosty. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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March

In March, Kenai Peninsula is cold. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) and about half of the time jump into the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Kenai Peninsula, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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April

April in Kenai Peninsula is brisk. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows a bit less than half of the time.

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May

If you go to Kenai Peninsula in May, you will notice that it is crisp. Expect it to rain or snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (mid 10s C).

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June

June in Kenai Peninsula is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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July

In July, Kenai Peninsula is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kenai Peninsula, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

August is chilly. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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September

September in Kenai Peninsula is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) to high 50s F (mid 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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October

October in Kenai Peninsula is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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November

Traveling to Kenai Peninsula in November, you will notice that it is very cold. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

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December

If you go to Kenai Peninsula in December, you will notice that it is very cold. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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