January · Alaska
Best time to visit Fairbanks in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
2.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -20°C
- Rainfall
- 28 mm
- Humidity
- 94%
- Sunny days
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Fairbanks scores 2.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around -20°C, 28 mm of rain, and roughly 0 sunny days this month.
Fairbanks is Alaska's interior gateway for aurora viewing, midnight sun summers, and Chena River hot springs.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Fairbanks in January?
- In January, Fairbanks averages -20°C, 28 mm of rain, and about 0 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 2.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Fairbanks?
- January earns a 2.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Fairbanks in January?
- Expect about 28 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 94% and there are about 0 sunny days.
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