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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Juneau, AK
NWS Juneau, AK issued this blizzard warning at Nov 19, 2023, 2:28 PM AKST for Juneau City and Borough, Alaska. It took effect at Nov 20, 2023, 6:00 AM AKST. It was in force for 21 hr. 6 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Nov 19, 2023, 2:28 PM AKST (23:28 UTC)
- In effect from
- Nov 20, 2023, 6:00 AM AKST
- Expired
- Nov 21, 2023, 2:37 AM AKST
- In force
- 21 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Juneau, AK
County Juneau City and Borough, AK
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 10:54 AM AKST | BLIZZARD | Juneau, AK | City official post to social media showing reduced visibility from snow and strong winds. |
| Nov 20, 1:45 PM AKST | SNOW 9.8 | 5 Nw Auke Bay, AK | Report at Randall Road near Tee Harbor. |
| Nov 20, 2:28 PM AKST | SNOW 12 | 4 W Auke Bay, AK | report from Lena Point north of bypass road. |
| Nov 20, 2:30 PM AKST | SNOW 12 | 3 W Auke Bay, AK | On social media, a report was received of 12 inches or more of snow having fallen near Lena due to the recent system as of approximately 2:30 PM AKST. |
| Nov 20, 3:41 PM AKST | SNOW 4 | 3 Nw Juneau, AK | Spotter reports 3 to 4 inches of snow on north Douglas Island. |
| Nov 20, 3:45 PM AKST | SNOW 6 | 3 Nw Juneau, AK | Reported at Twin Lakes. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Yakutat, (PYAK), launched 12:00Z, 11.5 hours before the alert went out and 326 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 1489 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 42 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -43 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 4 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
393 WWAK47 PAJK 192328 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 AKZ325-200730- /O.UPG.PAJK.WS.A.0008.231120T1200Z-231121T1500Z/ /O.NEW.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.231120T1500Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, especially in Downtown Juneau. Visibilities under 1/4 mile expected. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. Rain will begin to mix in late Monday night into Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ AKZ320>322-200730- /O.UPG.PAJK.WS.A.0008.231120T1200Z-231121T1500Z/ /O.NEW.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1200Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM MONDAY TO 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From 3 AM Monday to 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ324-200730- /O.UPG.PAJK.WS.A.0008.231120T1200Z-231121T1500Z/ /O.NEW.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1200Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM AKST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Admiralty Island. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest Monday morning through Monday afternoon, before rain begins to mix in Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. && $$ AKZ318-319-200730- /O.UPG.PAJK.WS.A.0008.231120T2100Z-231121T1500Z/ /O.NEW.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1800Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MONDAY TO 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along the Klondike Highway. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan, including the Haines and Klondike Highways. * WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall totals are anticipated along the Haines and Klondike Highways, as well as in Mud Bay. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ326-327-200730- /O.UPG.PAJK.WS.A.0008.231120T1200Z-231120T2100Z/ /O.NEW.PAJK.WW.Y.0018.231120T0900Z-231120T2100Z/ Petersburg Borough-Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island- Including the cities of Petersburg, Kake, and Port Alexander 228 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO NOON AKST MONDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will change to rain during the morning hours. The greatest snow accumulations will occur in areas at elevation. 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. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
6 follow-up statements
315 WWAK47 PAJK 200707 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 AKZ325-201530- /O.CON.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.231120T1500Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM MONDAY TO 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, especially in Downtown Juneau. Visibilities 1/4 mile or less are expected at times. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. Rain will begin to mix in late Monday night into Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ320>322-201530- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1200Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM MONDAY TO 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From 3 AM Monday to 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ AKZ324-201530- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1200Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 PM AKST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Admiralty Island. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest Monday morning through Monday afternoon, before rain begins to mix in Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. && $$ AKZ318-319-201530- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1800Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MONDAY TO 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along the Klondike Highway. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan, including the Haines and Klondike Highways. * WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall totals are anticipated along the Haines and Klondike Highways, as well as in Mud Bay. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ AKZ326-327-201530- /O.CON.PAJK.WW.Y.0018.231120T0900Z-231120T2100Z/ Petersburg Borough-Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island- Including the cities of Petersburg, Kake, and Port Alexander 1007 PM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST MONDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will change to rain during the morning hours. The greatest snow accumulations will occur in areas at elevation. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
401 WWAK47 PAJK 201425 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...STRONG WINTER STORM WILL BE IMPACTING THE NORTH AND CENTRAL PANHANDLE... As of 5 am, snow has started from Juneau and Hoonah southward with Angoon already seeing visibilities below 1 mile due to snow. Snow will continue to spread northward through the morning with visibilities steadily falling as snow rates increase. In addition outflow winds have been increasing steadily overnight. Downtown Juneau in particular has seen gusts to 70 mph already this morning. AKZ325-202100- /O.CON.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.231120T1500Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, especially in Downtown Juneau. Visibilities 1/4 mile or less are expected at times. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...From 6 AM Monday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. Rain will begin to mix in late Monday night into Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ AKZ320>322-202100- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...until 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ324-202100- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Admiralty Island. * WHEN...until 9 PM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest Monday morning through Monday afternoon, before rain begins to mix in Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. && $$ AKZ318-319-202100- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.231120T1800Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along the Klondike Highway. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan, including the Haines and Klondike Highways. * WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall totals are anticipated along the Haines and Klondike Highways, as well as in Mud Bay. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ326-327-202100- /O.CON.PAJK.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-231120T2100Z/ Petersburg Borough-Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island- Including the cities of Petersburg, Kake, and Port Alexander 525 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON AKST TODAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 mph. * WHERE...Petersburg Borough and Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island. * WHEN...Until noon AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will change to rain during the morning hours. The greatest snow accumulations will occur in areas at elevation. 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. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
276 WWAK47 PAJK 202001 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...STRONG WINTER STORM WILL BE IMPACTING THE NORTH AND CENTRAL PANHANDLE... As of 5 am, snow has started from Juneau and Hoonah southward with Angoon already seeing visibilities below 1 mile due to snow. Snow will continue to spread northward through the morning with visibilities steadily falling as snow rates increase. In addition outflow winds have been increasing steadily overnight. Downtown Juneau in particular has seen gusts to 70 mph already this morning. AKZ326-327-202115- /O.CAN.PAJK.WW.Y.0018.000000T0000Z-231120T2100Z/ Petersburg Borough-Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island- Including the cities of Petersburg, Kake, and Port Alexander 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Temperatures have warmed to above freezing and any additional accumulations will be minor. $$ AKZ325-210415- /O.CON.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, especially in Downtown Juneau. Visibilities 1/4 mile or less are expected at times. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. High winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between noon today and this evening. Rain will begin to mix in late Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ AKZ318-319-210415- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph at times along the Klondike Highway. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan, including the Haines and Klondike Highways. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall totals are anticipated along the Haines and Klondike Highways, as well as in Mud Bay. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ320>322-210415- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest snowfall rates and wind gusts will occur between late Monday Morning and Monday evening. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ AKZ324-210415- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 1101 AM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 13 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph at times. * WHERE...Admiralty Island. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will be heaviest through Monday afternoon, before rain begins to mix in Monday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
075 WWAK47 PAJK 210054 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 354 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...STRONG WINTER STORM WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT THE NORTHERN HALF OF THE PANHANDLE ... As of 3 pm, snow reports from around Southeast Alaska have ranged from 6 to 21 inches with this system. The rain-snow will steadily move north through the night with major accumulations ending by morning for all but the far northern inner channels. High winds in downtown Juneau will persist overnight, resulting in continued blizzard conditions there. AKZ325-210900- /O.CON.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 354 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. High winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. 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. && $$ AKZ318-319-210900- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 354 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 10 to 17 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ320>322-210900- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 354 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ AKZ324-210600- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 354 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy wet snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. * WHERE...Admiralty Island. * WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
273 WWAK47 PAJK 210549 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 849 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...STRONG WINTER STORM WILL CONTINUE TO IMPACT THE NORTHERN HALF OF THE PANHANDLE ... As of 8 pm, snow reports from around Southeast Alaska have ranged from 6 to 21 inches with this system. The rain-snow will steadily move north through the night with major accumulations ending by morning for all but the far northern inner channels. High winds in downtown Juneau will persist overnight, resulting in continued blizzard conditions there. AKZ324-210700- /O.EXP.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T0600Z/ Admiralty Island- Including the city of Angoon 849 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING... The winter storm warning will be allowed to expire at 9 pm this evening. The band of heavier snow will be moving through the area by 10 pm. Additional accumulation of snow should be under 2 inches, and followed by warming temperatures. Snow reports of Angoon from this event reached 16 inches. $$ AKZ325-211400- /O.CON.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 849 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions at times for downtown Juneau and Douglas. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. The Mendenhall Valley and along the highway north of Auke Bay are just receiving snow. * WHERE...City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery conditions. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ AKZ318-319-211400- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 849 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. There have been reports of nearly 1 foot of snow in Haines. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ AKZ320>322-211200- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 849 PM AKST Mon Nov 20 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM AKST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. We have received reports of around 12-16 inches in the Gustavus and Pelican areas. * WHERE...Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...Until 3 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
856 WWAK47 PAJK 211137 WSWAJK URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Juneau AK 237 AM AKST Tue Nov 21 2023 AKZ325-211245- /O.CAN.PAJK.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-231121T1500Z/ City and Borough of Juneau- Including the city of Juneau 237 AM AKST Tue Nov 21 2023 ...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED... Blizzard conditions have come to an end across Juneau. Some snow is expected this morning before switching over to rain. $$ AKZ320>322-211245- /O.CAN.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231121T1200Z/ Glacier Bay-Eastern Chichagof Island- Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait- Including the cities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Tenakee Springs, Elfin Cove, and Pelican 237 AM AKST Tue Nov 21 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED... Snow has started to switch over to rain across the area so the warning has been canceled. $$ AKZ318-319-211945- /O.CON.PAJK.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-231122T0000Z/ Municipality of Skagway-Haines Borough and Klukwan- Including the cities of Skagway, White Pass, and Haines 237 AM AKST Tue Nov 21 2023 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Municipality of Skagway and Haines Borough and Klukwan. * WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. 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. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/juneau
What forecasters said that day
The local office's own words before this blizzard warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.
NWS Juneau, AK wrote its last area forecast discussion before this blizzard warning went out at Nov 19, 5:15 AM AKST, 9 hours 13 minutes earlier.
Area forecast discussion, Nov 19, 5:15 AM AKST, 9 hours 13 minutes before
Southeast Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Juneau AK
515 AM AKST Sun Nov 19 2023
.SHORT TERM.../Rather quiet night across the panhandle as the
front over the southern panhandle is finally getting pushed out of
the area. Rain has mostly ended for the southern panhandle (except
Hyder), and significant breaks in the cloud cover have developed.
Northerly outflow winds have developed with min gale force winds
down Lynn Canal and 25 to 30 kt in other areas like Stephens
Passage and out of the passes near Yakutat. These northerly winds
have also brought a colder air mass into the area with several
areas in the northern half of the panhandle below freezing this
morning.
Through Sun night, the forecast is the calm before the storm. The
outflow winds this morning are expected to diminish somewhat as
northerly pressure gradients slacken due to ridging over the
panhandle. However, they are expected to restrengthen rapidly
early Monday as the next storm approaches from the south.
Temperatures will also be colder than what we had seen over the
last week with highs in the north today struggling to get above
freezing.
By late Sunday night, a storm force low will be entering the
south central Gulf. A strong front extending east across the Gulf
and over the southern Panhandle by Monday morning. In this classic
overrunning scenario, Precip will begin as snow and the front
will move north over the Panhandle through Monday night. Snowfall
will be heavy at times and a winter storm watch was issued with
the Saturday afternoon forecast. Snow totals for this 27 hour
period of time may reach 10 to 16 inches with the highest totals
north of Sumner Strait and south of the Chilkat Peninsula. Highest
uncertainty in snow amounts will be for the Kupreanof and Kuiu
Island areas as temperatures could warm enough for a rain/snow mix
rather then all snow Monday afternoon affecting snow totals.
In addition to the expected winter weather, the strength of this
front has prompted a high wind watch for Prince of Wales Island
Monday and Monday night with wind gusts to 60 mph. Strong gusts
are also expected for Ketchikan and Annette Island. Apart from
winds associated with the front, the northerly pressure gradient
may result in a mountain wave event for downtown Juneau with gusts
to 50 mph possible as well as strong outflow winds for the
various northern inner channels and NE gulf coast.
.LONG TERM.../Tuesday through Friday morning/ As mentioned in the
short range, the storm force low in the Gulf will be moving north
and is expected to turn northwest on Tuesday. Outflow winds will
continue through Tuesday, and combined with the storm force low in
the Gulf, will result in continued gales for most of the inside
waters. For more information on see the Marine Section below. As
the low in the gulf eventually pushes off to the west, rain and
snow showers will continue across the panhandle for the majority
of the week with persistent southerly onshore flow. Overall
looking to be progressively warmer from south to north for most of
the panhandle for the second half of the week as well.
&&
.AVIATION...VFR conditions exist across most of the panhandle this
morning with decreasing cloud cover. The exception to this is the
eastern portions of the central and southern panhandle where
cloud cover is more extensive on satellite imagery. Although most
places are VFR, there are some locations reporting occasional MVFR
and even some IFR conditions with passing snow showers off the
gulf. An outflow pattern continues to develop during the TAF
period allowing for more clearing but increased wind speeds out of
gaps in terrain that lead into Canada. CIGs across the southern
panhandle are expected to decrease towards the end of the TAF
period as the next system starts to move into the area.
&&
.MARINE...Strong northerly outflow winds will develop in Lynn
Canal beginning late Sunday night building to sustained winds of
up to 50 kt by Monday morning. Winds to gale force are expected
out of the Taku inlet as well as to N Chatham Strait, and blowing
out of Cross Cross Sound. With the location of the storm force low
in the Gulf, similarly strong outflow winds of up to 50 kt are
expected out of Yakutat Bay by Monday morning and gales persisting
through most of Tuesday.
&&
.AJK WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
PUBLIC...Strong Wind late tonight for AKZ318.
Winter Storm Watch from Monday afternoon through late Monday
night for AKZ318-319.
Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through late Monday night
for AKZ320>322-324-325.
Winter Storm Watch from late tonight through Monday morning for
AKZ326-327.
High Wind Watch from late tonight through late Monday night for
AKZ328.
MARINE...Gale Warning for PKZ012-013-053-641>644-661>664.
Small Craft Advisory for PKZ021-022-031>036-651-652-671-672.
&&
SHORT TERM...EAL
LONG TERM....STJ
AVIATION...SF
Visit us at http://www.weather.gov/JuneauThe office that day
Everything else NWS Juneau, AK issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 3:04 PM AKST | High Wind Watch | AJK | Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | 22 hr |
| Nov 18, 3:04 PM AKST | Winter Storm Watch | AJK | Haines, Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Juneau City and, Petersburg, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Skagway Municipality | 23 hr |
| Nov 18, 3:34 PM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AJK | 36 hr | |
| Nov 19, 12:10 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AJK | 15 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:25 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AJK | 12 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:25 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AJK | 12 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:25 AM AKST | Storm Warning | AJK | 36 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:26 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AJK | 59 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:26 AM AKST | Gale Warning | AJK | 36 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:26 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AJK | 12 hr | |
| Nov 19, 3:26 AM AKST | Small Craft Advisory | AJK | 24 hr | |
| Nov 19, 1:33 PM AKST | High Wind Warning | AJK | Ketchikan Gateway, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Yakutat City and | 34 hr |
| Nov 19, 2:28 PM AKST | Winter Storm Warning | AJK | Haines, Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Skagway Municipality | 49 hr |
| Nov 19, 2:28 PM AKST | Winter Weather Advisory | AJK | Petersburg, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area | 21 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive.