Fairbanks

Alaska, USA

❄️
-13°C (9°F)
Feels like -17°C (1°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
-13°C
(9°F)
Nighttime Lows
-19°C
(-2°F)

Very cold and snowy with a feels-like temperature of -17°C (1°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Low (snow)

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

77% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

0-1 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Northern lights viewing
  • Dog sledding
  • Hot springs
  • Ice sculpture viewing
  • Snowmobiling

Attractions

  • Chena Hot Springs
  • Santa Claus House in North Pole
  • Museum of the North
  • Riverboat Discovery
  • Aurora viewing lodges

💰 Cost of Living

$2,800
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

70
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Very cold and snowy
Humidity 77%

✅ December Summary

December in Fairbanks offers very cold and snowy weather with temperatures ranging from -19°C (-2°F) to -13°C (9°F). The humidity is around 77% and you can expect 0-1 hours daily. Popular activities include Northern lights viewing, Dog sledding, Hot springs and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $2,800 per month and internet speeds average 70 Mbps.