Winter Weather Advisory

Locations Affected

Lulu Island, AK ∙ Kasaan Bay, AK ∙ Craig, AK ∙ Saxman, AK ∙ Hydaburg Seaplane Base, AK ∙ Duke Island, AK ∙ Cordova Bay, AK ∙ Baker Island, AK ∙ Waterfall, AK ∙ Ketchikan Intl Airport, AK

Headline

...LOW CONTINUES TO SEND BANDS OF PRECIPITATION INTO THE SOUTHERN PANHANDLE...
A low pressure system remains over the southern gulf sending several waves of precipitation into the southern panhandle. Snow is ongoing with with one wave early Thursday morning, and another midday to late Thursday. The first band of precipitation is bringing the most moisture over Prince of Wales Island with highest snow accumulations along the southern portion of the Island and over the roadway system at higher elevations. The second round of precipitation focuses more on Annette Island and the Ketchikan area. For those areas, moderate snow will begin around noon with heaviest precipitation expected Thursday evening. Total snow accumulations will be highly dependent on day time high temperatures. Afternoon temperatures could reach the mid to upper 30s limiting snow accumulation but inland areas could stay cold.

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 409 AM AKDT Thu Mar 26 2026 ...LOW CONTINUES TO SEND BANDS OF PRECIPITATION INTO THE SOUTHERN PANHANDLE... A low pressure system remains over the southern gulf sending several waves of precipitation into the southern panhandle. Snow is ongoing with with one wave early Thursday morning, and another midday to late Thursday. The first band of precipitation is bringing the most moisture over Prince of Wales Island with highest snow accumulations along the southern portion of the Island and over the roadway system at higher elevations. The second round of precipitation focuses more on Annette Island and the Ketchikan area. For those areas, moderate snow will begin around noon with heaviest precipitation expected Thursday evening. Total snow accumulations will be highly dependent on day time high temperatures. Afternoon temperatures could reach the mid to upper 30s limiting snow accumulation but inland areas could stay cold. ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM AKDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches. * WHERE...Prince of Wales Island. * WHEN...Until 10 PM AKDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest accumulations will be on the south side of the island and on the inland higher elevations of the road system. Afternoon temperatures near the coasts could reach the mid to upper 30s Thursday afternoon limiting snow accumulation but inland areas could stay cold. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

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