![The Arctic Circle is one of the five major circles of latitude that mark maps of the Earth. As of 16 February 2015, it runs 66°33′45.6″ north of the Equator.
The region north of this circle is known as the Arctic, and the zone just to the south is called the Northern Temperate Zone. The equivalent polar circle in the Southern Hemisphere is called the Antarctic Circle.
The Arctic Circle is the southernmost latitude in the Northern Hemisphere at which the sun can remain continuously above or below the horizon for 24 hours (at the June solstice and December solstice respectively). North of the Arctic Circle, the sun is above the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore visible at midnight) and below the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore not visible at noon). On the Arctic Circle those events occur, in principle, exactly once per year, at the June and December solstices, respectively. However, in practice, because of atmospheric refraction and mirages, and because the sun appears as a disk and not a point, part of the midnight sun may be seen on the night of the northern summer solstice up to about 50′ (90 km (56 mi)) south of the Arctic Circle; similarly, on the day of the northern winter solstice, part of the sun may be seen up to about 50′ north of the Arctic Circle. That is true at sea level; those limits increase with elevation above sea level, although in mountainous regions there is often no direct view of the true horizon.
The position of the Arctic Circle is not fixed. It directly depends on the Earth's axial tilt, which fluctuates within a margin of 2° over a 40,000-year period,[2] notably due to tidal forces resulting from the orbit of the Moon. The Arctic Circle is currently drifting northwards at a speed of about 15 m (49 ft) per year; see Circle of latitude for more information.
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Cosy hotel in Kenai offering complimentary WiFi and parking, just minutes from Kenai Municipal Airport. Explore nearby Leif Hansen Memorial Park and Kenai Public Library after enjoying daily housekeeping service during your Alaskan adventure.
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31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
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This business-friendly hotel offers clean, comfortable extended-stay accommodation minutes from Kenai Public Library. Travellers appreciate the helpful staff and proximity to Leif Hansen Memorial Park. Free amenities and a business centre enhance your Alaskan visit.
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8.4 out of 10, Very good, (567)
Located near Kenai Public Library, this hotel offers an indoor pool for year-round enjoyment. Stay active in the fitness centre and wake up to free breakfast. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and parking with attentive staff to assist during your Alaskan adventure.
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The price is RM446
RM473 total
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29 Dec - 30 Dec
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (297)
Located just minutes from the airport, this welcoming motel offers convenient amenities including free WiFi and complimentary parking. Guests appreciate the attentive staff, well-maintained rooms, and on-site restaurant with bar. Leif Hansen Memorial Park is nearby.
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The price is RM364
RM385 total
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27 Dec - 28 Dec
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (303)
Set near Soldotna Homestead Museum, this Alaska hotel offers a welcoming restaurant and cosy bar for post-fishing relaxation. Enjoy free WiFi and parking while the helpful staff enhance your Kenai Peninsula stay. Centennial Park adventures await nearby.
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![The Arctic Circle is one of the five major circles of latitude that mark maps of the Earth. As of 16 February 2015, it runs 66°33′45.6″ north of the Equator.
The region north of this circle is known as the Arctic, and the zone just to the south is called the Northern Temperate Zone. The equivalent polar circle in the Southern Hemisphere is called the Antarctic Circle.
The Arctic Circle is the southernmost latitude in the Northern Hemisphere at which the sun can remain continuously above or below the horizon for 24 hours (at the June solstice and December solstice respectively). North of the Arctic Circle, the sun is above the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore visible at midnight) and below the horizon for 24 continuous hours at least once per year (and therefore not visible at noon). On the Arctic Circle those events occur, in principle, exactly once per year, at the June and December solstices, respectively. However, in practice, because of atmospheric refraction and mirages, and because the sun appears as a disk and not a point, part of the midnight sun may be seen on the night of the northern summer solstice up to about 50′ (90 km (56 mi)) south of the Arctic Circle; similarly, on the day of the northern winter solstice, part of the sun may be seen up to about 50′ north of the Arctic Circle. That is true at sea level; those limits increase with elevation above sea level, although in mountainous regions there is often no direct view of the true horizon.
The position of the Arctic Circle is not fixed. It directly depends on the Earth's axial tilt, which fluctuates within a margin of 2° over a 40,000-year period,[2] notably due to tidal forces resulting from the orbit of the Moon. The Arctic Circle is currently drifting northwards at a speed of about 15 m (49 ft) per year; see Circle of latitude for more information.
#snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140564/a9f9449e-bab4-40a6-a9a1-5356b0cc2aa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=high)
Photo by Sharrie Shaw
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