Climate Insights for Ester

Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska, United States

Hottest
July
23°C peak
Coldest
January
-22°C low
Wettest
August
94mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ester is cold. The average annual temperature is 0°C and approximately 439mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 94mm of rainfall. Ester 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 -22°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 85cm 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: -15° Average: -19° Min: -22° Feb Max: -11° Average: -16° Min: -20° Mar Max: -3° Average: -10° Min: -14° Apr Max: 7° Average: 1° Min: -4° May Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° Jun Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 11° Jul Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Aug Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Sep Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 5° Oct Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -4° Nov Max: -9° Average: -12° Min: -15° Dec Max: -13° Average: -17° Min: -20°
Max
Average
Min

Ester 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 23°C with a mean of 18°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -22°C and an average temperature of -19°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: 10mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 9mm Apr Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 7mm May Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 94mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 10mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 18mm Dec Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow

Ester is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 439mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 94mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 10mm. That's 85mm 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 85cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 18cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Ester is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 11km/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

86 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Ester, which began on March 20, 2026. Ester 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -22°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 86 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 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 11 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -15 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 105mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Expect around 30cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -22 to -11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 51mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Expect around 38cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -19°
Feb -16°
Mar -10°
Apr
May 11°
Jun 17°
Jul 18°
Aug 14°
Sep
Oct -1°
Nov -12°
Dec -17°

The best time to visit Ester is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 66mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -22°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 Ester 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
-22 °C
-15 °C
12 km/h
10 mm
8 cm
Feb
-20 °C
-11 °C
12 km/h
17 mm
13 cm
Mar Current
-14 °C
-3 °C
12 km/h
13 mm
9 cm
Apr
-4 °C
7 °C
13 km/h
15 mm
7 cm
May
6 °C
17 °C
13 km/h
28 mm
1 cm
Jun
11 °C
22 °C
12 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Jul
13 °C
23 °C
12 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
19 °C
12 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Sep
5 °C
13 °C
12 km/h
52 mm
3 cm
Oct
-4 °C
3 °C
12 km/h
30 mm
10 cm
Nov
-15 °C
-9 °C
11 km/h
23 mm
18 cm
Dec
-20 °C
-13 °C
12 km/h
24 mm
17 cm
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