Juneau has a subarctic maritime climate, which is milder than
many people expect. Winters are long, dark and wet but not very
cold by Alaskan standards, with an average low temperature of 23°F
(-5°C) in January. Spring, autumn and summer are mild, with high
temperatures averaging about 65°F (18°C) in July, the hottest
month. Rain is common throughout the year, but April and May tend
to be the driest months. Snowfall can be heavy between November and
March. Late-spring and summer are the best times to visit
Juneau.
Juneau International Airport
Location: The airport is situated eight miles (13km) northwest of
central Juneau.
Time: GMT -9 (GMT -8 from mid-March to the first Sunday
in November).
Getting to the city:
Juneau's public transit system, Capital Transit, provides bus
and shuttle services to and from the airport. A number of hotels
also offer shuttle services for guests. Rental cars and taxis are
available at the airport.
Car Rental:
Car hire companies represented at the airport include
Alamo/National, Avis, Budget and Hertz.
Airport Taxis:
A number of taxi companies service the airport.
Facilities:
Facilities at the airport include a visitor information desk,
baggage storage, a lost and found service, smoking rooms, disabled
facilities, free wifi, a computer lounge, a gift shop and
restaurants.
Parking
Short and long-term parking is available directly in front of
the terminal building. In short-term parking the first 15 minutes
are free, the first hour costs $3, and each hour thereafter costs
$2. In long-term parking the first two hours cost $5 and each extra
hour costs $1, up to a daily rate of $14, and a weekly rate of
$75.
You can only get into Juneau by air or sea, although it is
possible to take your car across by ferry. Once in the city,
however, it is easy to get around on land. There is a public bus
system popular with locals and tourists, and taxis and rental cars
are also available. Many of the tourist attractions in Juneau are
conveniently clumped around the waterfront area, making walking a
good option for cruise passengers. Visitors may also enjoy hiring a
kayak to paddle along the coast, or taking a helicopter ride over
some of the area's natural attractions.