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USA · Ships call at Ketchikan, Alaska
Cold and very rainy
Ketchikan in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 38°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. January sees roughly 19 rainy days, so waterproof layers and flexible plans are wise. Showers are often short-lived but can be intense. Cold and very rainy.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Ketchikan is Alaska's southernmost cruise port and often the first stop on an Inside Passage sailing. The town sits on Revillagigedo Island, known for its salmon runs, its totem pole collections, and the surrounding Tongass National Forest. Creek Street, a boardwalk raised on pilings over a salmon stream, runs through the old part of town.
The average high temperature in Ketchikan during January is 38°F, with a low of 30°F.
Ketchikan typically sees 19 days of rain in January. Cold and very rainy.
For a January cruise to Ketchikan, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.