August weather forecast
Fairbanks, MN

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Fairbanks, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.1°F (23.4°C) and min 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Fairbanks's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 76.1°F (24.5°C). Throughout the month of August, Fairbanks witnesses an average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fairbanks, in August, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Fairbanks, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.1°F (23.4°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In Fairbanks, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Fairbanks, snow does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 14h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August?

In Fairbanks, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average temperature in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average high temperature in August: 74.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average pressure in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average pressure in August: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average wind speed in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average humidity in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average rainfall days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average snowfall days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average sunshine days in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average UV index in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average cloud cover in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Fairbanks, MN

Average visibility in August - Fairbanks, MN
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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