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

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Traveling to Ketchikan, Alaska, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Ketchikan, here is 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 Ketchikan, Alaska, United States of America

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

Important essentials for Ketchikan, Alaska, United States of America

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.

  • (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


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities

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

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January

If you go to Ketchikan in January, you will notice that it is very cold. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).

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February

If you visit Ketchikan during February, you are likely to see that it is cold. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

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March

March in Ketchikan is very cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to low 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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April

April is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

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May

Traveling to Ketchikan in May, you will notice that it can be chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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June

In June, Ketchikan is cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (high 10s C) and occasionally jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Ketchikan, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

July in Ketchikan can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C).

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August

August in Ketchikan is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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September

In September, Ketchikan is relatively cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Ketchikan, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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October

If you are traveling to Ketchikan in October, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

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November

In November, Ketchikan can be brisk. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Ketchikan, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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December

December in Ketchikan is brisk. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) to high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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Activities for Ketchikan, Alaska, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Ketchikan.

If you see the Tongass Historical Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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