Climate Overview
The climate in Skagway, Skagway Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -2°C and approximately 2227mm of precipitation falls per year. Skagway, Skagway Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Skagway, Skagway Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are February, January, November, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Skagway, Skagway Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Skagway, Skagway Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Skagway, Skagway Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2227mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 333mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 109mm. That's 224mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Skagway, Skagway Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 1655cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 333cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Skagway, Skagway Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
73 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Skagway, Skagway Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Skagway, Skagway Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 73 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -11 to 5°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 421mm across the season with a monthly average of 140mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 4 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 402mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 663mm across the season with a monthly average of 221mm. Expect around 495cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to -7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 740mm across the season with a monthly average of 247mm. Expect around 736cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Skagway, Skagway Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
