Winter Weather Advisory

Locations Affected

Johnson Glacier, AK ∙ Canwell Glacier, AK ∙ Black Rapids Glacier, AK ∙ Mount Hayes, AK ∙ Robertson Glacier, AK

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fairbanks AK 625 AM AKDT Fri Apr 17 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM AKDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches expected. * WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp. * WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with wet snow on warm pavement. Expect some of the snow to melt as it makes contact with the ground, especially during the afternoons. Any wet spots will likely refreeze overnight making for patches of ice. Visibility may be reduced below 1 mile at times, especially during periods of wind gusts up to 25 mph this afternoon. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Away from the highway, snowfall totals in the higher terrain may be as high as 18 inches. Most additional accumulating snow will occur before sunrise and after sunset tonight. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.

---