Climate Insights for Badger

Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska, United States

Hottest
July
24°C peak
Coldest
January
-21°C low
Wettest
August
81mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Badger is cold. The average annual temperature is 0°C and approximately 401mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 81mm of rainfall. Badger is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -21°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 112cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-30° -20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -14° Average: -18° Min: -21° Feb Max: -10° Average: -15° Min: -19° Mar Max: -2° Average: -9° Min: -14° Apr Max: 8° Average: 1° Min: -4° May Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° Jun Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Jul Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° Aug Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 11° Sep Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 5° Oct Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -3° Nov Max: -8° Average: -12° Min: -14° Dec Max: -13° Average: -17° Min: -20°
Max
Average
Min

Badger has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -21°C and an average temperature of -18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 12mm Feb Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 12mm Apr Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 10mm May Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 64mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 81mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 13mm Nov Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 21mm Dec Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 24mm
Precipitation
Snow

Badger is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 401mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 81mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 13mm. That's 68mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 112cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Badger is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Badger, which began on June 21, 2026. Badger is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -14 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 56mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 11 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -14 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 35cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -21 to -10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 54cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -18°
Feb -15°
Mar -9°
Apr
May 11°
Jun 17°
Jul 18°
Aug 15°
Sep
Oct -1°
Nov -12°
Dec -17°

The best time to visit Badger is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -21°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Badger based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-21 °C
-14 °C
9 km/h
13 mm
12 cm
Feb
-19 °C
-10 °C
8 km/h
18 mm
18 cm
Mar
-14 °C
-2 °C
8 km/h
14 mm
12 cm
Apr
-4 °C
8 °C
9 km/h
17 mm
10 cm
May
6 °C
17 °C
8 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jul
14 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
20 °C
7 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
5 °C
14 °C
8 km/h
42 mm
1 cm
Oct
-3 °C
4 °C
8 km/h
34 mm
13 cm
Nov
-14 °C
-8 °C
8 km/h
21 mm
21 cm
Dec
-20 °C
-13 °C
9 km/h
27 mm
24 cm
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