Climate and monthly weather forecastFairbanks, MN
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 0°F (-17.8°C) and an average high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C). During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of 0°F (-17.8°C). Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is another freezing cold month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average low of 3.4°F (-15.9°C). With the onset of February, Fairbanks's average high-temperature clocks in at a still subzero cold 18.5°F (-7.5°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Weather in February »Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fairbanks, is a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C). As Fairbanks transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold 18.5°F (-7.5°C) in February to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April in Fairbanks, Minnesota, is a chilly spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Fairbanks experiences a temperature shift with the start of April, with average high-temperatures moving from a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in March to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Fairbanks, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.4°F (5.2°C) and max 61°F (16.1°C). The shift into May brings a noticeable increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in April to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a pleasant month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 69.8°F (21°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C). June brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) in May to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July is a warm summer month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C). In Fairbanks, the month of July registers the highest temperatures, averaging 76.1°F (24.5°C) at the peak and 55.9°F (13.3°C) at the lowest. Weather in July »Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Fairbanks, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C). Fairbanks's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 76.1°F (24.5°C). Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is still a refreshing month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C). The onset of September comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in August to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Weather in September »Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Fairbanks, Minnesota, is another chilly autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C). The shift into October is marked by a considerable temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature dropping from a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) in September to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another cold month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C). The start of November is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in October to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 8.2°F (-13.2°C). Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) to a subzero cold 19.6°F (-6.9°C). Weather in December »Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and a low of -0°F (-17.8°C).
January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.
January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.
Throughout the year, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall.
Throughout the year, there are 91 snowfall days, and 35.83" (910mm) of snow is accumulated.
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.
In Fairbanks, snow does not fall in June through September.
June has the longest days of the year in Fairbanks, with an average of 15h and 54min of daylight.
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.
With average high and low temperatures of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C) respectively, July is Fairbanks's warmest month.
July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.
July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.
December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.4 days and accumulates 7.05" (179mm) of snow.
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
Average temperature
Fairbanks, MN
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).
Average pressure
Fairbanks, MN
- Average pressure in January:
30.09"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.12"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.09"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.99"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.96"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.88"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.91"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.92"Hg - Average pressure in September:
29.98"Hg - Average pressure in October:
29.96"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.03"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed
Fairbanks, MN
- Average wind speed in January:
8.5mph - Average wind speed in February:
8.6mph - Average wind speed in March:
8.3mph - Average wind speed in April:
9.1mph - Average wind speed in May:
8.2mph - Average wind speed in June:
7.7mph
- Average wind speed in July:
7mph - Average wind speed in August:
6.9mph - Average wind speed in September:
8mph - Average wind speed in October:
8.7mph - Average wind speed in November:
8.6mph - Average wind speed in December:
8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity
Fairbanks, MN
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall in January:
0.75" - Average rainfall in February:
0.79" - Average rainfall in March:
1.14" - Average rainfall in April:
1.69" - Average rainfall in May:
1.65" - Average rainfall in June:
2.01"
- Average rainfall in July:
2.24" - Average rainfall in August:
1.97" - Average rainfall in September:
1.65" - Average rainfall in October:
1.89" - Average rainfall in November:
0.94" - Average rainfall in December:
1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days
Fairbanks, MN
- Average rainfall days in January:
1.4 days - Average rainfall days in February:
1.9 days - Average rainfall days in March:
7.1 days - Average rainfall days in April:
9.4 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12.5 days - Average rainfall days in June:
13.1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
12.5 days - Average rainfall days in August:
11.3 days - Average rainfall days in September:
11.8 days - Average rainfall days in October:
11.3 days - Average rainfall days in November:
5.1 days - Average rainfall days in December:
2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).
Average snowfall
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall in January:
5.63" - Average snowfall in February:
5.63" - Average snowfall in March:
5.12" - Average snowfall in April:
4.25" - Average snowfall in May:
0.94" - Average snowfall in June:
0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Fairbanks, MN
- Average snowfall days in January:
17.5 days - Average snowfall days in February:
15.8 days - Average snowfall days in March:
13.3 days - Average snowfall days in April:
8.2 days - Average snowfall days in May:
1.1 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
5.3 days - Average snowfall days in November:
12.4 days - Average snowfall days in December:
17.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Fairbanks, MN
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 0min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 18min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 42min - Average daylight in May:
15h and 6min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 54min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 30min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 12min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 48min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 18min - Average daylight in December:
8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in January:
2h and 6min - Average sunshine in February:
2h and 18min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 0min - Average sunshine in April:
6h and 30min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 24min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 6min
- Average sunshine in July:
9h and 54min - Average sunshine in August:
9h and 24min - Average sunshine in September:
7h and 54min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 30min - Average sunshine in November:
3h and 30min - Average sunshine in December:
2h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Fairbanks, MN
- Average sunshine days in January:
14.2 days - Average sunshine days in February:
13.8 days - Average sunshine days in March:
12.5 days - Average sunshine days in April:
12.6 days - Average sunshine days in May:
15.5 days - Average sunshine days in June:
14.6 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
16.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
18.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
17.1 days - Average sunshine days in October:
14.3 days - Average sunshine days in November:
14.5 days - Average sunshine days in December:
14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).
Average UV index
Fairbanks, MN
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover
Fairbanks, MN
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility
Fairbanks, MN
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).
