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Fairbanks weather today
Thursday, October 29th, 2026
2°
Light snow
Feels like -1° · Low -4°
Today, Fairbanks will be chilly with temperatures possibly hitting a high of 2 °C, dropping to around -4 °C by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Fairbanks Today, with speeds reaching around 11.2 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 84%, but with light accumulations around 2.68 mm. In addition, Snowfall is highly probable at 89%, but light with around 1.46 cm expected. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
2° / -4°
Temp
1.5 cm
Snow
11 km/h
Wind
91%
Humidity
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Fairbanks hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 09:28 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 05:40 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | -4.1° | -2.6° | -3.3° | -2.7° | -1.3° | -1.9° | -1.6° | -0.9° | -1.3° | -1.2° | Sunrise | -2.1° | -0.8° | -0.1° | 1° | 1° | 1° | 1.8° | 0.7° | Sunset | 1° | 1.6° | 0.7° | 0.8° | 1.5° | 0.6° | |
| Feels like | -7.4° | -6.1° | -6.5° | -5.8° | -4.2° | -4.1° | -3.6° | -2.6° | -4.4° | -3.1° | -4.5° | -3.2° | -2.9° | -1.8° | -1.7° | -1.6° | -0.5° | -2.1° | -2.4° | -1.3° | -2.3° | -1.9° | -0.8° | -2.3° | |||
| wind speed | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 211° | 130° | 124° | 143° | 168° | 152° | 122° | 122° | 133° | 87° | 68° | 49° | 39° | 60° | 39° | 50° | 63° | 79° | 85° | 85° | 72° | 62° | 76° | 71° | |||
| wind direction | SSW | SE | SE | SE | SSE | SSE | ESE | ESE | SE | E | ENE | NE | NE | ENE | NE | NE | ENE | E | E | E | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm | 0.6 mm | 0.7 mm | 0.3 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 | 30% | 28% | 32% | 82% | 66% | 75% | 61% | 37% | 44% | 44% | 39% | 43% | 32% | 26% | 23% | 32% | 25% | 38% | 30% | 22% | 29% | 28% | 22% | 28% | |||
| chance for snow | 45% | 41% | 45% | 88% | 41% | 82% | 72% | 49% | 43% | 43% | 44% | 41% | 39% | 29% | 25% | 33% | 33% | 32% | 32% | 30% | 30% | 30% | 29% | 29% | |||
| humidity | 93% | 84% | 93% | 98% | 92% | 98% | 98% | 96% | 98% | 98% | 95% | 97% | 94% | 87% | 92% | 93% | 82% | 94% | 90% | 76% | 88% | 86% | 76% | 86% | |||
| dew point | -5° | -5° | -4.3° | -3° | -2.4° | -2.1° | -1.9° | -1.5° | -1.6° | -1.4° | -2.8° | -1.2° | -0.9° | -0.9° | -0.2° | 0° | -0.9° | -0.1° | -0.5° | -2.1° | -1.1° | -1.3° | -2.3° | -1.4° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 9 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 0 km | 0 km | 2 km | 0 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 92% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 89% | 66% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 99% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Fairbanks today
The weather in Fairbanks today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 2 °C, compared to an average of -5.5 °C for October 29th in recent years.
temperatures
2 °C
rain
2.7 mm
wind
11 km/h
snow
1.5 cm
Northern lights forecast - Fairbanks
Fairbanks – Current Kp index: 0.0 · Tonight's chance: Low · Tomorrow night: Moderate · OVATION: 9%
Tonight
Viewing chanceLowCloud cover 99%
Viewing chance - next nights
TonightLow1.799%
Tomorrow nightModerate4.774%
SaturdayModerate0.050%
Night18:35 – 08:36
Moon phase85%Waning Gibbous
Overhead probability (OVATION)9%
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Fairbanks daylight overview
Today in Fairbanks, the sun rises at 09:28 and sets at 17:40, giving a total daylight duration of 8 hours and 12 minutes.
Daytime
Day length8h 12m▼ 6m 47s
Solar noon1:34 PM
Evening golden hour4:17 PM – 5:40 PM
Night
Waning GibbousIllumination 85%
MoonriseNone today
MoonsetNone today
Fairbanks: Sun reaches 11.8° above the horizon at midday.
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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 2° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in Fairbanks?
Yes, there is a 89% chance of snow in Fairbanks today, with an expected snowfall of 1.5 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 84% 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 11 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Fairbanks today?
Given the forecast of 2 °C with a 84% 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 09:28 and set at 17:40 in Fairbanks.
How accurate is the weather forecast for 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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