Climate Insights for Cherokee Airport

Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska, United States

Hottest
July
22°C peak
Coldest
January
-20°C low
Wettest
August
91mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cherokee Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -1°C and approximately 467mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 91mm of rainfall. Cherokee Airport 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 -20°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 107cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -14° Average: -17° Min: -20° Feb Max: -9° Average: -15° Min: -18° Mar Max: -2° Average: -9° Min: -14° Apr Max: 7° Average: 1° Min: -4° May Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 4° Jun Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 10° Jul Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° Aug Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9° Sep Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 3° Oct Max: 3° Average: -2° Min: -5° Nov Max: -9° Average: -12° Min: -15° Dec Max: -12° Average: -15° Min: -19°
Max
Average
Min

Cherokee Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -17°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 10°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: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 14mm Apr Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 8mm May Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 76mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 91mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 3mm Oct Precipitation: 36mm Snow: 19mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 19mm Dec Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 19mm
Precipitation
Snow

Cherokee Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 467mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 91mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 13mm. That's 79mm 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 107cm accumulating over the season. October typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.

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: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Cherokee Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/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

91 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Cherokee Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Cherokee Airport 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -14 to 16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 9 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 222mm for the season, averaging 74mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 41cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -20 to -9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 53mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 42cm 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 -17°
Feb -15°
Mar -9°
Apr
May 10°
Jun 15°
Jul 17°
Aug 13°
Sep
Oct -2°
Nov -12°
Dec -15°

The best time to visit Cherokee Airport is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 65mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -20°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 Cherokee Airport 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
-20 °C
-14 °C
12 km/h
13 mm
10 cm
Feb
-18 °C
-9 °C
12 km/h
16 mm
13 cm
Mar Current
-14 °C
-2 °C
11 km/h
19 mm
14 cm
Apr
-4 °C
7 °C
12 km/h
15 mm
8 cm
May
4 °C
16 °C
12 km/h
42 mm
2 cm
Jun
10 °C
21 °C
10 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Jul
12 °C
22 °C
10 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
19 °C
10 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Sep
3 °C
13 °C
11 km/h
57 mm
3 cm
Oct
-5 °C
3 °C
12 km/h
36 mm
19 cm
Nov
-15 °C
-9 °C
11 km/h
23 mm
19 cm
Dec
-19 °C
-12 °C
12 km/h
24 mm
19 cm
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