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Fairbanks in July
Fairbanks's warmest month brings highs averaging 69°F (21°C), lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain.
At 77/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 4.0 in (101 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~19 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 55°F (13°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.0 in (101 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
With about 19 h 36 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Fairbanks's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in June to 77/100.
- Our Fairbanks, Talkeetna & Anchorage route recommends Dec – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.0 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Fairbanks in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Creamer's Field
Wildlife refuge on an old dairy farm on the edge of town, with trails for skiing, snowshoeing and walking in winter.
Why now July scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Fairbanks Depot
Alaska Railroad station on the edge of town, where the Aurora Winter Train leaves for Talkeetna and Anchorage.
Cleary Summit
High pass on the Steese Highway north of Fairbanks, away from city lights, with wide views of the northern sky.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 4.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
Free downtown visitor center on the Chena River with exhibits on Interior Alaska and Athabascan life.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Chena Hot Springs in July~51 mi · highs 66°F, 5.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Talkeetna in July~189 mi · highs 68°F, 5.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Anchorage in July~260 mi · highs 65°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~367 m to Fairbanks's ~136 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Fairbanks in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Fairbanks?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 77/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain. Our Fairbanks, Talkeetna & Anchorage route recommends Dec – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Fairbanks in July?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Fairbanks in July?
Some: about 4.0 in (101 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.9 in (556 mm).
What should I pack for Fairbanks in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.0 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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