Fairbanks vs Phoenix in October

Phoenix is the better pick in October — 74 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Phoenix is hot, dry, clean air, while Fairbanks is freezing, a little rain, clean air.

Fairbanks vs PhoenixOctober climate, side by side

FairbanksPhoenix
Comfort score50/100 (D)74/100 (B)
Feels-like high-1°C31°C
Avg high / low3° / -6°33° / 19°
Rainfall33 mm18 mm
Rainy days71
Humidity73%32%
Air quality (AQI)2743

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Fairbanks vs Phoenix in October — FAQ

Is October better in Fairbanks or Phoenix?
Phoenix is the better pick in October — 74 vs 50 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Phoenix is hot, dry, clean air, while Fairbanks is freezing, a little rain, clean air.
What is the weather like in Fairbanks vs Phoenix in October?
In October, Fairbanks averages 3°C high / -6°C low with about 33 mm of rain; Phoenix averages 33°C high / 19°C low with about 18 mm.