A cold weekend caps February!
Winter Storms Move Into Southeast
ANCHORAGE, AK (Alaska’s News Source) - A dangerous cold air mass is settling across Alaska, bringing subzero temperatures that are running 25 to 36 degrees below normal for late February. Crews working overnight on Fourth Avenue for the Iditarod sled dog races faced brutal conditions, with lows dropping to 11 below in Anchorage and 48 below in Fairbanks.
This extreme cold will stick around through the weekend and into early next week, so bundle up if you’re heading outside.
What You Need to Know
The Cold: Temperatures between 30 and 40 degrees below zero are expected across most of the North Slope, with even Juneau dipping below zero. The Kenai Peninsula will see temperatures drop between 15 and 20 below zero tonight.
The Timeline: This brutal cold pattern persists through Saturday and Sunday, with single-digit highs expected across Southcentral Alaska. Anchorage will see highs only in the single digits, with lows around 10 below.
Winter Recreation: If you’re planning any outdoor activities this weekend, those subzero temperatures demand extra layers and caution. Exposed skin can be at risk in these conditions.
Southeast Alaska Braces for Major Winter Storms
Starting Saturday and continuing through most of next week, a series of storms will move into Southeast Alaska, bringing significant snowfall and dangerous wind conditions.
Snowfall Totals: Juneau will see the most impressive accumulation—close to a foot of snow is possible through the weekend. Lesser amounts will fall further south, where temperatures will be warm enough for some rain to mix in.
High Temperatures in Southeast:
Ketchikan and Sitka: 36-37 deg.
Juneau and points north: Below freezing
Yakutat: Below freezing
Winter Storm Warnings: Winter storm warnings and advisories are in effect for most of Southeast Alaska. Areas highlighted in the warning zone will experience extreme wind chill conditions, with blowing snow on the slopes.
Kenai Peninsula & Prince William Sound
The Kenai Peninsula will remain mostly sunny and dry, but don’t let that fool you—it’s still cold. Temperatures will barely reach the double digits, with highs in the teens and 20s across Prince William Sound. Winds will start to calm down as you head into the valley.
Interior Alaska
Cold, dry conditions continue across the Interior. Expect mostly sunny skies but brutally cold temperatures. High temperatures will only reach single digits in the Anchorage area, with lows around 10 below tonight.
Looking Ahead
End of Next Week: Temperatures will start to warm slightly as we move into late next week, climbing back into the upper teens and low 20s—closer to normal for this time of year. There’s even a chance for some light snow heading into Friday.
No Snow This Weekend: Don’t expect snow in Southcentral Alaska through the weekend, but eventually, once we get into the end of the week, snow chances will return.
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