December weather forecast
Fairbanks, OR

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Fairbanks, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Fairbanks, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 10.91" (277mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairbanks, Oregon, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fairbanks, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Fairbanks, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

In Fairbanks, the average lowest temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is December?

Fairbanks in December has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fairbanks, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fairbanks, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairbanks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbanks have in December?

In Fairbanks, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Fairbanks, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average temperature in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average pressure in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average wind speed in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average wind speed in December: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average humidity in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average rainfall days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average snowfall days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average sunshine days in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average UV index in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average cloud cover in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in December
Fairbanks, OR

Average visibility in December - Fairbanks, OR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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