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Fairbanks weather in December (Alaska, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Fairbanks this December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of December in Fairbanks typically brings very low temperatures and low snowfall. The winter season takes place during December. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around -13°C. But by evening, they drop to around -21°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Fairbanks in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 17 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 9 days of snow.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 38 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Fairbanks. June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fairbanks climate page with graphs.

 

Fairbanks, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 17 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 38 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Fairbanks should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

Interested in more climate information?

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