Based on 3,873 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Alaska, Humpback Whale is most often recorded in July; in Alaska it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #2 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Megaptera novaeangliae
Humpback Whale in Alaska by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Alaska in July
Moose
Brown Bear
Steller Sea Lion
Arctic Ground Squirrel
American Red Squirrel
Caribou
American Black Bear
Harbor Seal
Places to look in Alaska
National Wildlife RefugeArctic National Wildlife Refuge
National ForestTongass National Forest
State ParkChugach State Park
National ForestChugach National Forest
Botanical GardenAlaska Botanical Garden
State ParkDenali State Park
FAQ
When does Humpback Whale appear in Alaska?
Mainly May–September, with the most records in July.
How common is Humpback Whale in Alaska?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Alaska (3,873 records in our sample).