Fairbanks Weather in October

The climate in Fairbanks during October can be summarized as cold and dry.

October is in the fall / autumn in Fairbanks and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 0°C (32°F), whilst at night -9°C (16°F) is normal.

On average October is the 6th wettest month of the year in Fairbanks with around 23mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 3.7 hours of sunshine per day.

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Fairbanks in October 2024.