2tnts Posted August 2, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 2, 2009 We are sailing to Alaska in early September. We purchased columbia jackets. What are the chances of needing the coat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joy2theWorld Posted August 2, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 2, 2009 What kind of Columbia jacket did you purchase? They make many different kinds. If it is a wind breaker/rain coat, very likely you will need it. If it is a puffy coat, less likely. If it has a zip out liner, you'll be set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfox211 Posted August 2, 2009 #3 Share Posted August 2, 2009 We were there in early June and I took a Columbia jacket with zip out liner. (Liner in made it winter weight) We took a wildlife cruise in Seward and I wore the jacket, liner, gloves and hood up and I was still cold. In ports, windbreaker weight seemed fine but on balcony and whale watch, we needed the warmer coats. I don't know if September weather would be comparable to early June or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepr Posted August 2, 2009 #4 Share Posted August 2, 2009 Yes, I would agree...if it has a zip-out liner..leave the liner, the jacket will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranceFusion Posted August 3, 2009 #5 Share Posted August 3, 2009 I have never been to Alaska, and can't predict the weather, but the forecast for Anchorage for the next two weeks says 40-60 F and raining pretty much every day. I would bring something that will allow you to feel comfortable in that weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Breeze Posted August 10, 2009 #6 Share Posted August 10, 2009 My son is working in Alaska and has told me lately he thinks he is in Hawaii as the weather has been so warm. He is in Sitka. So I would say check the weather and see what the week is going to be.. :rolleyes: Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dandro Posted August 10, 2009 #7 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Bring the jacket. Best to bring it and not use it than to not bring it and need it. Alaska weather is unpredictable. We were chilly in the morning on the bow in Glacier Bay and needed to be bundled up, but in t-shirts in Juneau. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinKiki Posted August 10, 2009 #8 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Most likely to need rain gear at any time in Alaska. Be prepared to stay dry so you can have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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