Alaska, “The Great Land”, is the coolest state in the USA. The average summer temperature in the state’s largest city Anchorage hovers around 65 F and winter temperatures at around 21 F. Short, cool summers and coldest winters are experienced in the Alaska Interior region. During the winter months the entire state receives heavy snowfall. Long daylight in summers make it a popular time for rafting, wildlife viewing, hiking, other outdoor recreation, and backpacking tours. Winter months are equally popular with tourists who visit the state to see the Northern Lights and enjoy skiing and dog sledding. Cheap tickets to Alaska can be found when visiting during the off-season between May and September.