The climate varies widely throughout the State. Anchorage’s summer weather is pleasant and the winters are mild. Fairbanks, the Interior and parts of the Bush region experience Alaska’s most extreme weather conditions with average temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72°F) in high summer to -28ºC (-19°F) in winter.
Required ClothingIn the Anchorage area, a layered wardrobe is the best option, with alight jacket in summer and a warm coat in winter. Elsewhere, very warmwinter clothing is required in the coldest months. Lightweight clothingis advisable during the summer.
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