Best Time to See Ticks in Alaska
June, July and May is the best time to see ticks in Alaska. Based on 40 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when ticks are most active across the year in Alaska.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 22, 2026.
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40 verified observations of ticks in Alaska, recorded across 10 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When ticks are recorded in Alaska
Peak month
June
11 records (27.5% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| February | 0 | 0% |
| March | 1 | 2.5% |
| April | 1 | 2.5% |
| Maypeak | 6 | 15% |
| Junepeak | 11 | 27.5% |
| Julypeak | 9 | 22.5% |
| August | 1 | 2.5% |
| September | 3 | 7.5% |
| October | 4 | 10% |
| November | 3 | 7.5% |
| December | 1 | 2.5% |
Ticks you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Ixodes angustus | 11 |
| American Dog Tick | 2 |
| Rabbit Tick | 1 |
| Rocky Mountain Wood Tick | 1 |
Weather to expect, source Open-Meteo
Typical weather in Alaska
Recent typical conditions by month, so you can plan a trip around both when ticks are active and what the weather is doing. The best months to look for ticks sit around 41 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit, so pack for that.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20°F | 11°F | 1.8" |
| Feb | 24°F | 14°F | 2.4" |
| Mar | 33°F | 19°F | 1.7" |
| Apr | 44°F | 27°F | 1.3" |
| Maybest time | 58°F | 41°F | 1.8" |
| Junbest time | 67°F | 50°F | 1.2" |
| Julbest time | 69°F | 54°F | 3.5" |
| Aug | 66°F | 52°F | 4.5" |
| Sep | 55°F | 43°F | 5.2" |
| Oct | 42°F | 32°F | 3.7" |
| Nov | 27°F | 18°F | 3.6" |
| Dec | 22°F | 12°F | 3.1" |
Typical recent conditions (5-year means) from the Open-Meteo archive, averaged for Alaska. Weather varies year to year, so treat these as a guide.
More on ticks in Alaska:
Sightings of ticks in Alaska peak in June, when 11 of the year's 40 verified observations are logged — about 27.5% of the annual total. Activity stays high through June, July and May.
The quietest stretch is January, February and March, when ticks are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The ticks you are most likely to encounter in Alaska are Ixodes angustus, American Dog Tick and Rabbit Tick — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see ticks in Alaska
- Alagnak Wild River — Wild River
- Aleutian Islands World War II National Historic Area — National Historic Area
- Aniakchak National Monument & Preserve — National Monument & Preserve
- Bering Land Bridge National Preserve — National Preserve
- Cape Krusenstern National Monument — National Monument
- Denali National Park & Preserve — National Park & Preserve
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see ticks in Alaska?+
June is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through June, July and May, based on 40 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are ticks hardest to see in Alaska?+
January is the quietest month for ticks in Alaska, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are ticks active year-round in Alaska?+
Ticks are recorded in 10 of 12 months in Alaska, concentrated around June and July.
More places to see ticks
More wildlife in Alaska