Fairbanks Weather in December

Fairbanks is one of the coldest cities in the United States, experiencing subarctic continental climate extremes. Winter temperatures regularly drop below -40°F and extreme cold snaps can reach -60°F. The city also sees the most extreme seasonal day length variation with nearly 22 hours of daylight in summer and only 3.7 hours in winter.

Holiday season. Many cities decorate beautifully. Book ahead for December travel.