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Today weather in Fairbanks
Monday, March 16th, 2026
-18°
Freezing fog
Fairbanks can expect a bitterly cold day Today, with temperatures not exceeding the freezing point. Gentle breezes are expected across Fairbanks Today, with speeds reaching around 9 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 69%, but with light accumulations around 0.11 mm. In addition, A few snowflakes might be spotted at a 15% chance. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
-18° / -37°
Temp
0.05 cm
Snow
9 km/h
Wind
92%
Humidity
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Fairbanks hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | -29.9° | -17.9° | -31.7° | -32.7° | -33.8° | -34.8° | -35.5° | -36.1° | -37° | Sunrise | -36.1° | -30.2° | -26.4° | -24° | -21.9° | -20.4° | -19.2° | -18.3° | -18° | -18.1° | -19.2° | Sunset | -23.2° | -25.6° | -26.5° | -26.9° | |
| feels like | -37.1° | -38.1° | -38° | -38.7° | -39.2° | -39.9° | -39.6° | -36.1° | -41.3° | -36.1° | -30.2° | -26.5° | -24° | -21.9° | -20.4° | -19.2° | -18.3° | -18° | -20.9° | -23.9° | -30.3° | -33.1° | -34.2° | -34.9° | |||
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 1 km/h | 1 km/h | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 2 km/h | 1 km/h | 4 km/h | 6 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 7° | 10° | 350° | 341° | 336° | 342° | 346° | 1° | 15° | 18° | 5° | 240° | 253° | 280° | 263° | 274° | 281° | 1° | 33° | 20° | 9° | 8° | 3° | 3° | |||
| wind direction | N | N | N | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | N | NNE | NNE | N | WSW | WSW | W | W | W | WNW | N | NNE | NNE | N | N | N | N | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 86% | 60% | 61% | 79% | 70% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 98% | 49% | 97% | 97% | 98% | 98% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 96% | 93% | 90% | 87% | 85% | 84% | 83% | 82% | 83% | 85% | 87% | 89% | 90% | 89% | |||
| dew point | -30.2° | -31.3° | -32° | -33° | -34.1° | -35° | -35.6° | -36.2° | -37.1° | -36.2° | -30.6° | -27.2° | -25.1° | -23.5° | -22.2° | -21.2° | -20.5° | -20.2° | -20.2° | -21° | -24.8° | -26.8° | -27.7° | -28.1° | |||
| visibility | 0 km | 16 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 38% | 50% | 33% | 36% | 48% | 26% | 34% | 46% | 54% | 61% | 71% | 73% | 56% | 74% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 57% | 75% | 71% | 77% | 86% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Fairbanks today
The weather in Fairbanks today is expected to be much cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of -18 °F, compared to an average of -10 °F for March 16th in recent years.
temperatures
-18 °F
rain
0.1 mm
wind
9 km/h
snow
0.05 cm
Fairbanks daylight overview ☀️
Today in Fairbanks, The sun rises at 08:04 and sets at 19:55, giving a total daylight duration of 11 hours and 51 minutes.
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The weather today in Fairbanks - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Fairbanks?
The maximum temperature for today in Fairbanks is expected to be -18° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in Fairbanks? ❄️
Yes, there is a 15% chance of snow in Fairbanks today, with an expected snowfall of 0.05 cm cm. Prepare for snowy conditions and consider winter gear if you plan to be outdoors.
Will it rain today in Fairbanks? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 69% chance of rain in Fairbanks today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Fairbanks? 🌀
The wind in Fairbanks is expected to blow at 9 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Fairbanks today?
Given the forecast of -18 °F with a 69% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Fairbanks today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Fairbanks today?
The sun is expected to rise at 08:04 and set at 19:55 in Fairbanks.
How accurate is the weather forecast Fairbanks today? ✅
Fairbanks weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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