August weather forecast
Fairbanks, MN

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Fairbanks, Minnesota, with an average temperature varying between 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 74.1°F (23.4°C), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. Fairbanks experiences a mean temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Fairbanks is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairbanks, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Fairbanks is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, in Fairbanks, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fairbanks, the average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Fairbanks?

Fairbanks in August has an average high-temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Fairbanks?

The average relative humidity in August in Fairbanks, Minnesota, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Fairbanks?

In Fairbanks, during August, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fairbanks?

June through September are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Fairbanks?

In August, the average day length in Fairbanks, Minnesota, is 14h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Fairbanks?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairbanks, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fairbanks is 9.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Fairbanks?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Fairbanks?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Fairbanks is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average temperature in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F

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).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.1°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).

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Average pressure in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average pressure in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"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).

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Average wind speed in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average wind speed in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

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).

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Average humidity in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average humidity in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

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 August: 9h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 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).

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Average UV index in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average UV index in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average visibility in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

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).

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