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Fairbanks in October

The toughest month — score 30 of 100

Typical October days in Fairbanks reach about 34°F with nights near 18°F; about 8 inches of snow falls in a typical month.

What to pack for Fairbanks in October

• A real winter coat — typical nights drop below freezing, to about 18°F.
• A compact rain layer — about 10 days see rain in a typical October.
• Insulated boots and a winter kit — a typical October brings about 8 inches of snow.

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October vs. the alternatives

The whole year in Fairbanks

Averages are the 1991–2020 climate normals (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information) for the station named on each page. Rain days = days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation. Daylight is computed for the middle of the month.