The term somatic means 'of the body' - relating to the body. In medicine, somatic illness is bodily, not mental illness. The term is often used in biology to refer to the cells of the body in contrast to the germ line cells which usually give rise to the gametes.
South central Alaska has similar weather, with average temperature highs of 55 degrees Fahrenheit in both May and September; average temperatures range between 62 and 65 degrees F in June, July and August.
Find out for yourself by reviewing the table below, comparing Alaska's weather to your hometown, or using our daylight calculator. Summer daytime temperatures range from 55Â° - 70Â° F, but you'll feel warmer due to long hours of direct sunlight. Still, know what to wear in Alaska and dress in layers. Also know that the weather gets rainier as summer progresses. Read about the best time to visit Alaska based on all these factors.