With a population of 8,881, Sitka is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sitka has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sitka in July, when the average temperature is 53.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 14.6″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Sitka, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.
When flying to Sitka, you’ll arrive at Sitka (SIT), which is located 1 mile from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sitka include Alaska Airlines, Finnair and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Sitka departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 24m.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Sitka and Sitka Hotel and Restaurant.
Renting a car in Sitka costs $114 per day, on average, or $341 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sitka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Sitka is Intermediate (Honda CR-V or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Patriot or similar) are, on average, 12% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.