December weather forecast
Fairbanks, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fairbanks, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fairbanks is 83%.

Rainfall

In Fairbanks, Oregon, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairbanks are January through March, November and December. In Fairbanks, Oregon, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Fairbanks, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Fairbanks, Oregon, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Fairbanks. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Fairbanks?

December, marked by an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest month in Fairbanks, Oregon.

How cold is December in Fairbanks?

December temperatures in Fairbanks vary between a high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairbanks?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fairbanks is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairbanks?

In Fairbanks, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairbanks?

In Fairbanks, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairbanks?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairbanks.

How many hours of daylight does Fairbanks have in December?

The average day length in December in Fairbanks, Oregon, is 8h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairbanks?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fairbanks is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fairbanks?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fairbanks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairbanks, Oregon, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average temperature in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average pressure in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average wind speed in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average humidity in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average UV index in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average visibility in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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