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Today weather in Fairbanks
Monday, August 17th, 2026
-1°
Blizzard
Feels like -8° · Low -10°
Fairbanks can expect a bitterly cold day Today, with temperatures not exceeding the freezing point. Intense winds are on the horizon for Fairbanks Today, with gusts surpassing 51 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 89%, but with light accumulations around 3.63 mm. In addition, Light snow showers are on the horizon, accumulating around 0.05 cm or less. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
-1° / -10°
Temp
0.1 cm
Snow
51 km/h
Wind
92%
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 | 05:44 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 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 | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:05 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | -10.1° | -9.2° | -8.2° | -6.3° | -5.5° | -4.9° | Sunrise | -4.3° | -3.2° | -2.6° | -2.1° | -1.8° | -1.6° | -1.4° | -1.1° | -0.9° | -0.7° | -0.8° | -1° | -1.6° | -1.8° | -1.9° | -2° | -1.8° | Sunset | -1.8° | |
| Feels like | -18.3° | -17.5° | -17.2° | -15.2° | -14.5° | -14.1° | -13.6° | -12.5° | -11.9° | -11.1° | -10.4° | -10.1° | -9.6° | -9° | -8.5° | -8.1° | -8.4° | -8.5° | -8.7° | -8.8° | -8.9° | -8.7° | -8.6° | -8.7° | |||
| wind speed | 22 km/h | 23 km/h | 30 km/h | 34 km/h | 37 km/h | 42 km/h | 46 km/h | 50 km/h | 52 km/h | 51 km/h | 49 km/h | 47 km/h | 44 km/h | 41 km/h | 38 km/h | 37 km/h | 39 km/h | 37 km/h | 31 km/h | 30 km/h | 29 km/h | 27 km/h | 28 km/h | 29 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 312° | 333° | 336° | 336° | 340° | 345° | 346° | 340° | 334° | 328° | 325° | 323° | 319° | 315° | 313° | 311° | 305° | 307° | 311° | 315° | 317° | 322° | 321° | 319° | |||
| wind direction | NW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 30% | 31% | 32% | 31% | 31% | 52% | 62% | 64% | 63% | 61% | 62% | 61% | 70% | 66% | 63% | 59% | 35% | 34% | 39% | 39% | 39% | 39% | 50% | 44% | |||
| chance for snow | 50% | 50% | 50% | 48% | 48% | 48% | 47% | 46% | 45% | 44% | 44% | 43% | 43% | 42% | 41% | 40% | 37% | 37% | 41% | 41% | 42% | 57% | 43% | 43% | |||
| humidity | 90% | 91% | 92% | 91% | 91% | 94% | 94% | 95% | 95% | 95% | 96% | 95% | 96% | 97% | 95% | 92% | 83% | 81% | 88% | 88% | 89% | 94% | 94% | 93% | |||
| dew point | -11.4° | -10.3° | -9.2° | -7.6° | -6.7° | -5.7° | -5° | -4° | -3.4° | -2.8° | -2.4° | -2.3° | -1.9° | -1.6° | -1.6° | -1.8° | -3.3° | -3.9° | -3.4° | -3.5° | -3.5° | -2.9° | -2.6° | -2.8° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 0 km | 2 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 1 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Fairbanks today
The weather in Fairbanks today is expected to be significantly cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of -1 °F, compared to an average of 14 °F for August 17th in recent years.
temperatures
-1 °F
rain
3.6 mm
wind
51 km/h
snow
0.1 cm
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Fairbanks daylight overview ☀️
Today in Fairbanks, The sun rises at 05:44 and sets at 22:05, giving a total daylight duration of 16 hours and 21 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 -1° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in Fairbanks? ❄️
Yes, there is a 59% chance of snow in Fairbanks today, with an expected snowfall of 0.1 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 89% 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 51 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Fairbanks today?
Given the forecast of -1 °F with a 89% 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 05:44 and set at 22:05 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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