Haines is a small city located in Southeast Alaska, in the United States of America. It is situated on the Lynn Canal, a large body of water that lies between the Chilkat and Chilkoot Inlets. The city is home to a population of just over 2,000 people, making it the second-largest city in the state of Alaska.
The city was founded in 1881 by a prospector named John Haines, who discovered gold in the area. This discovery brought a large influx of miners to the area, and the city of Haines quickly grew in size. By the early 1900s, the city had become a major port for trade and commerce.
Throughout its history, Haines has been an important center for the fishing industry. The city is home to several fish processing plants, including the largest in Alaska. It is also a popular destination for recreational fishing, and its proximity to the Chilkat and Chilkoot Inlets make it a great spot for kayaking and other water activities.
The city has a long and rich history. In the late 19th century, it was the site of a major gold rush, and in the early 20th century, it became the home of several prominent Alaskan politicians. In addition, it has been the site of several important events in Alaska's history, including the signing of the Alaska Statehood Act in 1959 and the establishment of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act in 1971.
Today, Haines is a vibrant and thriving community, with a variety of businesses, restaurants, and other attractions. It is also a popular tourist destination, with its stunning views of the Lynn Canal, its rich history, and its proximity to other popular destinations in Southeast Alaska.
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Haines in the USA has a mild climate with warm summers and cool winters. In the summer months, temperatures average around 16°C (61°F) with highs of 24°C (75°F). Winters are cooler with temperatures averaging around -2°C (28°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F). Spring and autumn are mild with temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 13°C (55°F). The area receives an average of around 1,000 mm (39 in) of precipitation annually, with the majority of this falling in the winter months.
Our weather forecast for HAINES helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Nov. 10th 2024 Nov. 10th 2024 | max: -0.5 °C min: -2.9 °C |
17.3 m/s 20.2 m/s |
99.2 % 22.5 m |
78.7 % 1,003 hPa |
07:45:00 15:45:49 |
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Nov. 11th 2024 Nov. 11th 2024 | max: -3.0 °C min: -8.4 °C |
23.0 m/s 28.8 m/s |
59.8 % 24.1 m |
76.7 % 1,004 hPa |
07:47:27 15:43:37 |
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Nov. 12th 2024 Nov. 12th 2024 | max: -4.4 °C min: -9 °C |
21.2 m/s 26.6 m/s |
36.9 % 24.1 m |
74.7 % 1,012 hPa |
07:49:54 15:41:28 |
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Nov. 13th 2024 Nov. 13th 2024 | max: -3.5 °C min: -8.9 °C |
20.9 m/s 26.3 m/s |
77.8 % 23.1 m |
76.2 % 1,013 hPa |
07:52:20 15:39:21 |
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Nov. 14th 2024 Nov. 14th 2024 | max: -4.8 °C min: -9.7 °C |
20.5 m/s 25.6 m/s |
48.9 % 20.8 m |
73.9 % 1,014 hPa |
07:54:45 15:37:16 |
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Nov. 15th 2024 Nov. 15th 2024 | max: -1.4 °C min: -5.2 °C |
8.6 m/s 11.2 m/s |
97.5 % 0.2 m |
95.2 % 1,009 hPa |
07:57:09 15:35:14 |
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Nov. 16th 2024 Nov. 16th 2024 | max: 1.2 °C min: -1 °C |
34.2 m/s 49.3 m/s |
98.7 % 0.1 m |
98.6 % 993 hPa |
07:59:33 15:33:14 |
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Nov. 17th 2024 Nov. 17th 2024 | max: 0.8 °C min: -5.3 °C |
37.1 m/s 40.7 m/s |
87.3 % 3.8 m |
88.8 % 998 hPa |
08:01:55 15:31:18 |
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Nov. 18th 2024 Nov. 18th 2024 | max: -2.8 °C min: -5.2 °C |
12.0 m/s 18.7 m/s |
98.6 % 0.6 m |
91.7 % 1,004 hPa |
08:04:17 15:29:24 |
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Nov. 19th 2024 Nov. 19th 2024 | max: -2.7 °C min: -6 °C |
14.0 m/s 14.0 m/s |
95.5 % 2.6 m |
88.6 % 1,012 hPa |
08:06:37 15:27:33 |
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Nov. 20th 2024 Nov. 20th 2024 | max: -3.1 °C min: -8.2 °C |
26.0 m/s 32.4 m/s |
99.2 % 2.2 m |
83.6 % 1,017 hPa |
08:08:56 15:25:44 |
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Nov. 21st 2024 Nov. 21st 2024 | max: -5.8 °C min: -13.2 °C |
29.2 m/s 37.8 m/s |
48.9 % 19.1 m |
76.4 % 1,016 hPa |
08:11:13 15:23:59 |
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Nov. 22nd 2024 Nov. 22nd 2024 | max: -4.9 °C min: -9.4 °C |
17.6 m/s 19.4 m/s |
86.9 % 12.9 m |
84.7 % 1,020 hPa |
08:13:29 15:22:17 |
Would you like to travel to HAINES on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of HAINES.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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May 8th 2025 Thursday, 8th of May 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 15th 2025 Thursday, 15th of May 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 18th 2025 Sunday, 18th of May 2025 | Grand Princess | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
May 18th 2025 Sunday, 18th of May 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
May 22nd 2025 Thursday, 22nd of May 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 22nd 2025 Thursday, 22nd of May 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 29th 2025 Thursday, 29th of May 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 1st 2025 Sunday, 1st of Jun. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | MS Riviera | 06:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jun. 5th 2025 Thursday, 5th of Jun. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 5th 2025 Thursday, 5th of Jun. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 12th 2025 Thursday, 12th of Jun. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 07:00 am | 08:30 pm | |
Jun. 15th 2025 Sunday, 15th of Jun. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 16th 2025 Monday, 16th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Sun | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 19th 2025 Thursday, 19th of Jun. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 19th 2025 Thursday, 19th of Jun. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 21st 2025 Saturday, 21st of Jun. 2025 | MS Riviera | 06:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jun. 29th 2025 Sunday, 29th of Jun. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 30th 2025 Monday, 30th of Jun. 2025 | MS Westerdam | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jul. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Jul. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jul. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Jul. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 10th 2025 Thursday, 10th of Jul. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jul. 13th 2025 Sunday, 13th of Jul. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jul. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Jul. 2025 | Queen Elizabeth | 06:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jul. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Jul. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Jul. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Jul. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Jul. 2025 | MS Riviera | 06:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jul. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Jul. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jul. 31st 2025 Thursday, 31st of Jul. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 5th 2025 Tuesday, 5th of Aug. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Aug. 7th 2025 Thursday, 7th of Aug. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Aug. 10th 2025 Sunday, 10th of Aug. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 12th 2025 Tuesday, 12th of Aug. 2025 | MS Riviera | 07:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Aug. 14th 2025 Thursday, 14th of Aug. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 21st 2025 Thursday, 21st of Aug. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Aug. 24th 2025 Sunday, 24th of Aug. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 07:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Aug. 28th 2025 Thursday, 28th of Aug. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 2nd 2025 Tuesday, 2nd of Sep. 2025 | Queen Elizabeth | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 7th 2025 Sunday, 7th of Sep. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Sep. 11th 2025 Thursday, 11th of Sep. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 06:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 11th 2025 Thursday, 11th of Sep. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm |
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