Blizzard Warning 1, NWS Anchorage, AK

905 
WWAK42 PAFC 041438
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

AKZ755>757-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.260104T2000Z-260106T0000Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-
Including the cities of Goodnews Bay, Platinum, Quinhagak,
Kwethluk, Mekoryuk, Kipnuk, Bethel, Kasigluk, Akiachak, and
Toksook Bay
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 3 
PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and heavy snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations between 8 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph. Visibility reduced to as low as one quarter mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta and Western Capes.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 3 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Whiteout conditions will be possible at times 
  from this afternoon through this evening due to strong winds and 
  heavy snow. Winds decrease tonight into Monday morning, so 
  visibilities on Monday will likely drop no lower than one-half to 
  one mile in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are 
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds 
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout 
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a 
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your 
vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ763>765-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.260104T2000Z-260106T0600Z/
Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon)-Northern Bristol Bay
Coast-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of Togiak, Naknek, King Salmon, Manokotak,
Aleknagik, New Stuyahok, Koliganek, and Dillingham
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 
9 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations between 10 and 17 inches. Ice accumulations around a 
  light glaze possible for Bristol Bay Borough. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph. Visibility reduced to one-half mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon), Inland 
  Bristol Bay, and Northern Bristol Bay Coast.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility reductions from blowing snow will 
  be most severe from this afternoon through tonight, with 
  near-blizzard conditions possible at times along the Northern 
  Bristol Bay coast. Visibility improves on Monday as winds diminish 
  and warmer air moves in. For the Naknek and King Salmon areas, 
  this warmer air may allow for snow to change to a wintry mix of 
  sleet, freezing rain, and rain late Monday morning through Monday 
  afternoon before precipitation changes back to snow Monday 
  evening. Other portions of Bristol Bay will see precipitation stay 
  all snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ752-753-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.260105T0200Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-
Including the cities of Kalskag, Sleetmute, Crooked Creek, and
Aniak
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO 9 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected, with localized areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph. Localized areas of visibility as low as 
  one-half mile at times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Valley East and Kuskokwim Valley West, from 
  Kalskag east to Stony River.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow develops this afternoon and continues 
  through Monday before tapering off to snow showers by Monday 
  evening. Stronger winds across the western half of Kuskokwim 
  Valley (near Aniak and Kalskag) may produce blowing snow that 
  could significantly reduce visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ754-766-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.260105T0200Z-260106T2000Z/
Lime Village-Lake Iliamna / Nila Vena / Nanvarpak-
Including the cities of Lime Village, Port Alsworth, Nondalton,
Iliamna, and Kokhanok
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON 
TO 11 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 
  and 18 inches, with localized amounts up to 30 inches from Port 
  Alsworth to Igiugig. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Visibility 
  reduced to one half mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Lime Village and the Lake Iliamna, Nila Vena, and 
  Nanvarpak areas

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will develop this afternoon and continue 
  through Monday before tapering off to snow showers Monday evening. 
  Areas of stronger winds, especially around Lake Iliamna, may 
  produce blowing snow that could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ762-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0001.260104T2000Z-260105T0600Z/
Northern Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Egegik and Pilot Point
538 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING 
TO 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected with areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Total snow accumulations 4 to 10 inches. A light glaze 
  of ice accumulation possible. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Alaska Peninsula, including Egegik and Pilot 
  Point.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation is expected to begin as snow, 
  but may change to a wintry mix of sleet, freezing rain, and rain 
  from Pilot Point to Egegik. When this transition may occur and how 
  long it will last remains uncertain as this will depend on the 
  track of the storm.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

Chen

314 
WWAK42 PAFC 050158
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

AKZ755>757-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0000Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-
Including the cities of Mekoryuk, Platinum, Quinhagak, Toksook
Bay, Kasigluk, Bethel, Kipnuk, Akiachak, Kwethluk, and Goodnews
Bay
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and heavy snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations between 8 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 
  mph. Visibility reduced to as low as one quarter mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta and Western Capes.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Whiteout conditions will be possible at times 
  from this afternoon through this evening due to strong winds and 
  heavy snow. Winds decrease tonight into Monday morning, so 
  visibilities on Monday will likely drop no lower than one-half to 
  one mile in snow and blowing snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are 
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds 
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout 
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a 
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your 
vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ763>765-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon)-Northern Bristol Bay
Coast-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of Koliganek, King Salmon, New Stuyahok,
Aleknagik, Togiak, Manokotak, Naknek, and Dillingham
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations between 10 and 17 inches. Ice accumulations around a 
  light glaze possible for Bristol Bay Borough. Winds gusting as 
  high as 40 mph. Visibility reduced to one-half mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon), Inland 
  Bristol Bay, and Northern Bristol Bay Coast.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility reductions from blowing snow will 
  be most severe from this afternoon through tonight, with 
  near-blizzard conditions possible at times along the Northern 
  Bristol Bay coast. Visibility improves on Monday as winds diminish 
  and warmer air moves in. For the Naknek and King Salmon areas, 
  this warmer air may allow for snow to change to a wintry mix of 
  sleet, freezing rain, and rain late Monday morning through Monday 
  afternoon before precipitation changes back to snow Monday 
  evening. Other portions of Bristol Bay will see precipitation stay 
  all snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ752-753-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.260105T0200Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-
Including the cities of Crooked Creek, Kalskag, Aniak, and
Sleetmute
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected, with localized areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 35 mph. Localized areas of visibility as low as 
  one-half mile at times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Valley East and Kuskokwim Valley West, from 
  Kalskag east to Stony River.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow develops this afternoon and continues 
  through Monday before tapering off to snow showers by Monday 
  evening. Stronger winds across the western half of Kuskokwim 
  Valley (near Aniak and Kalskag) may produce blowing snow that 
  could significantly reduce visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ754-766-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.260105T0200Z-260106T2000Z/
Lime Village-Lake Iliamna / Nila Vena / Nanvarpak-
Including the cities of Iliamna, Kokhanok, Nondalton, Port
Alsworth, and Lime Village
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 
  and 18 inches, with localized amounts up to 30 inches from Port 
  Alsworth to Igiugig. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. Visibility 
  reduced to one half mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Lime Village and the Lake Iliamna, Nila Vena, and 
  Nanvarpak areas

* WHEN...Until 11 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will develop this afternoon and continue 
  through Monday before tapering off to snow showers Monday evening. 
  Areas of stronger winds, especially around Lake Iliamna, may 
  produce blowing snow that could significantly reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ762-050600-
/O.CON.PAFC.WW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260105T0600Z/
Northern Alaska Peninsula-
Including the cities of Egegik and Pilot Point
458 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected with areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Total snow accumulations 4 to 10 inches. A light glaze 
  of ice accumulation possible. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Alaska Peninsula, including Egegik and Pilot 
  Point.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation is expected to begin as snow, 
  but may change to a wintry mix of sleet, freezing rain, and rain 
  from Pilot Point to Egegik. When this transition may occur and how 
  long it will last remains uncertain as this will depend on the 
  track of the storm.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

&&

$$

337 
WWAK42 PAFC 051320
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
420 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

AKZ755>757-060000-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0000Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-
Including the cities of Quinhagak, Platinum, Kasigluk, Mekoryuk,
Kwethluk, Goodnews Bay, Akiachak, Toksook Bay, Kipnuk, and Bethel
420 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM AKST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and heavy snow expected. Additional 
  snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. Visibility reduced to as low as one quarter mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta and Western Capes.

* WHEN...Until 3 PM AKST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow and strongest winds have 
  ended. However, visibilities may drop to one-quarter to one-half 
  mile in blowing snow again as gusty northeasterly winds increase 
  later this morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are 
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds 
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout 
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a 
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your 
vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ752-753-060000-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-
Including the cities of Crooked Creek, Kalskag, Sleetmute, and
Aniak
420 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected, with localized areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Localized areas of visibility as 
  low as one-half mile at times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Valley East and Kuskokwim Valley West, from 
  Kalskag east to Stony River.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow has ended but steady, light 
  snow will continue through tonight. Stronger winds across the 
  western half of Kuskokwim Valley (near Aniak and Kalskag) may 
  produce blowing snow that could significantly reduce visibility at 
  times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ754-766-060000-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T2000Z/
Lime Village-Lake Iliamna / Nila Vena / Nanvarpak-
Including the cities of Iliamna, Lime Village, Nondalton,
Kokhanok, and Port Alsworth
420 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 
  4 and 8 inches, with localized additional amounts of 10 to 18 
  inches from Port Alsworth to Igiugig. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Lime Village and the Lake Iliamna, Nila Vena, and 
  Nanvarpak areas

* WHEN...Until 11 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of stronger winds, especially around 
  Lake Iliamna, may produce blowing snow that could significantly 
  reduce visibility. The latest models are trending towards a 
  quicker end to snowfall, which may taper off by early Tuesday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ763>765-060000-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon)-Northern Bristol Bay
Coast-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, New
Stuyahok, Manokotak, Aleknagik, Togiak, and Koliganek
420 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 
  2 and 6 inches. Ice accumulations around a light glaze possible 
  for Bristol Bay Borough.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon), Inland 
  Bristol Bay, and Northern Bristol Bay Coast.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant visibility reductions in blowing 
  snow are no longer expected as winds have diminished and 
  temperatures have warmed. Another round of wintry mix (sleet, 
  freezing rain, and rain) is possible for the Naknek and King 
  Salmon areas through the afternoon before precipitation changes 
  back to snow this evening. Other portions of Bristol Bay will see 
  precipitation stay all snow.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

Chen

622 
WWAK42 PAFC 052339
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
239 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

AKZ755>757-060600-
/O.EXT.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-
Including the cities of Akiachak, Mekoryuk, Toksook Bay,
Platinum, Bethel, Kwethluk, Kipnuk, Goodnews Bay, Quinhagak, and
Kasigluk
239 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions and heavy snow expected. Additional 
  snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. Visibility reduced to as low as one quarter mile or less at 
  times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta and Western Capes.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing 
  snow could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibilities may drop to one-quarter to 
  one-half mile in blowing snow  as gusty northeasterly winds 
  continue.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are 
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds 
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout 
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a 
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your 
vehicle.

&&

$$

AKZ752-753-060600-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-
Including the cities of Aniak, Kalskag, Crooked Creek, and
Sleetmute
239 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected, with localized areas of blowing snow 
  possible. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Localized areas of visibility as 
  low as one-half mile at times.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Valley East and Kuskokwim Valley West, from 
  Kalskag east to Stony River.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow will continue through tonight. 
  Stronger winds across the western half of Kuskokwim Valley (near 
  Aniak and Kalskag) may produce blowing snow that could 
  significantly reduce visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ754-766-061200-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T2000Z/
Lime Village-Lake Iliamna / Nila Vena / Nanvarpak-
Including the cities of Kokhanok, Lime Village, Port Alsworth,
Iliamna, and Nondalton
239 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 
  4 and 8 inches, with localized additional amounts of 10 to 18 
  inches from Port Alsworth to Igiugig. Winds gusting as high as 40 
  mph. Visibility reduced to one half mile or less at times.

* WHERE...Lime Village and the Lake Iliamna, Nila Vena, and 
  Nanvarpak areas

* WHEN...Until 11 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow 
  could significantly reduce visibility. Gusty winds could blow 
  around unsecured objects.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of stronger winds, especially around 
  Lake Iliamna, may produce blowing snow that could significantly 
  reduce visibility. The latest models are trending towards a 
  quicker end to snowfall, which may taper off by early Tuesday 
  morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

AKZ763>765-060600-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon)-Northern Bristol Bay
Coast-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of New Stuyahok, Togiak, Koliganek,
Manokotak, King Salmon, Dillingham, Naknek, and Aleknagik
239 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM AKST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 
  2 and 6 inches. Ice accumulations around a light glaze possible 
  for Bristol Bay Borough.

* WHERE...Bristol Bay Borough (Naknek and King Salmon), Inland 
  Bristol Bay, and Northern Bristol Bay Coast.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM AKST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visibility reductions in blowing snow are 
  remain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather 
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep 
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an 
emergency.

&&

$$

240 
WWAK42 PAFC 060555
WSWALU

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
855 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

AKZ755>757-060700-
/O.CAN.PAFC.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T0600Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-Interior Kuskokwim Delta-
Western Capes-
Including the cities of Mekoryuk, Bethel, Quinhagak, Akiachak,
Kwethluk, Kipnuk, Goodnews Bay, Toksook Bay, Kasigluk, and
Platinum
855 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Areas of blizzard conditions may continue along the Kuskokwim 
Coastline through midnight tonight. Conditions have improved inland.

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AKZ752-753-763>765-060700-
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Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-Bristol Bay Borough
(Naknek and King Salmon)-Northern Bristol Bay Coast-Inland
Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of Togiak, Aleknagik, Crooked Creek, King
Salmon, Dillingham, Sleetmute, New Stuyahok, Kalskag, Manokotak,
Koliganek, Naknek, and Aniak
855 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Heavy snowfall has ended, but light snowfall will linger through 
Tuesday morning.

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AKZ754-766-060700-
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Lime Village-Lake Iliamna / Nila Vena / Nanvarpak-
Including the cities of Iliamna, Port Alsworth, Lime Village,
Nondalton, and Kokhanok
855 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Heavy snowfall has ended, but light snowfall will linger through 
Tuesday morning.

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Southcentral and Southwest Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
552 AM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

.SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHCENTRAL ALASKA (Days 1 through 3)...

Key Messages:

- Some of the coldest temperatures and wind chills of the season
  are expected across Southcentral to continue through this
  weekend. An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect for the Copper
  River Valley, including Glennallen and Chitina through Sunday.
  Cold Weather Advisories are in effect through Sunday for most of
  the Copper River Basin, Thompson Pass, Anchorage, Whittier, and
  Western Kenai Peninsula. Apparent temperatures well below zero
  are expected. Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to
  these temperatures.

- Frostbite on exposed skin can occur in as little as 5 minutes.
  Prepare for the weather by wearing appropriate clothing, hat,
  and gloves. Protect your pipes and trickle faucets. While
  traveling, use caution. Carry extra supplies and wear your
  winter gear while traveling. Check on yourself and others who
  may be vulnerable to these temperatures.

- Most of southern Alaska should plan ahead and prepare for a
  significant switch towards a snowier weather pattern expected
  late this weekend and next week. Monitor for updates to forecast
  as details evolve through this weekend.

Other than the cloud cover lingering near McCarthy and Cordova,
frigid cold and clear conditions remain this morning as
northwesterly flow continues across Southcentral. Gusty winds
flowing through coastal terrain gaps are a little stronger than
expected this morning and those winds are expected to persist
until Sunday morning when the pattern shifts. Calm winds and clear
skies across the rest of Southcentral will continue to allow for
bitterly cold temperatures to stick around through the weekend.
Ambient high temperatures will continue to be in the single digits
above and below zero across the Cook Inlet region (Anchorage,
western Kenai, Mat-Su) and in the teens for much of the immediate
coastline along the northern Gulf and Prince William Sound
(including Seward, Whittier, Valdez, and Cordova). Low
temperatures across Cook Inlet communities and into the Mat-Su
could see low temperatures in the minus single digits to nearly 30
below. Meanwhile, the Copper Basin will likely be in the range of
20 to 30 below zero for the highs and lows of 30 to 60 below
zero. Although winds are expected to generally remain calm, any
bit of wind would drop the apparent temperatures lower.

Temperatures are set to trend relatively warmer and become more
dynamic heading into early next week. Confidence is increasing for
a return to snowfall for many locations across southern Alaska,
including Southcentral. Current thinking is for precipitation to
begin Sunday afternoon/evening for Kodiak Island and lift north
and east through the Kenai Peninsula and Prince William Sound by
midnight. Anchorage could see snow by midnight, give or take a
couple hours. The Susitna Valley, the rest of the northern Gulf
coast (Cordova), and Copper River Basin are likely to see snowfall
through the overnight hours Sunday and into Monday morning. Cold
surface temperatures will likely not scour out very quickly and
any gusty winds could cause dry, fluffy snow to blow and drift
easily. Reduced visibility and blowing snow will be a potential
problem, especially of locations prone to gustier winds such as
Thompson Pass. Once stronger easterly flow moves across the Kenai
and Chugach mountains later Monday morning, there could be some
downslope drying, cutting off snowfall briefly for those on the
leeside. However, another wave of snow will quickly follow later
on Monday, with precipitation enhancement for the Cook Inlet
communities. Higher snowfall rates and accumulating snowfall
amounts is possible with the snow liquid ratios on the higher
side. Details on this shift towards a more progressive and snowy
pattern are expected to evolve over the next few days. Monitor for
updates to forecast.

Rux/JH

&&

.SHORT TERM FORECAST SOUTHWEST ALASKA/BERING SEA/ALEUTIANS (Days
1 through 3: Today through Monday night)...

Several new products have been issued overnight. Here are
watches, warnings, and advisories currently in effect:

* UPGRADED: High Wind Warning now in effect for Western and
  Central Aleutians
* NEW: High Wind Warning for Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska
  Peninsula
* NEW: High Wind Watch for Pribilof Islands
* Winter Storm Watch for Kuskokwim Delta, Western Capes, Northern
  Bristol Bay coast, and inland Bristol Bay
* Cold Weather Advisories for Kuskokwim Valley, Kuskokwim Delta,
  and inland Bristol Bay

Forecast updates since yesterday: the front moving towards
Southwest Alaska has trended further east with the latest model
runs, increasing the likelihood for light snow (and areas of
blowing snow with minor visibility reductions) for Kuskokwim Delta
and the Western Capes. There have been shifts with the track of
the 940-950 mb low moving in later today. While there is still a
lot of uncertainty with the track, there has been enough run-to-
run consistency to put in place High Wind Warnings for the
Aleutian Chain and the Southern Alaska Peninsula. Models continue
to show uncertainty with high wind potential for the Pribilof
Islands, so they remain in a High Wind Watch. Precipitation-wise,
the front looks to stall out longer over Southwest Alaska, so the
overnight forecast has been updated to reflect higher snow amounts
across the entirety of Southwest Alaska.

The previous discussion has been copied below with light edits:

Various lows and troughs moving across the Bering Sea will bring
active weather through today. A weak front will quickly dissipate
upon reaching the Kuskokwim Coast during the day today. Light
snow will spread across the YK Delta region and for points
southward along the Kuskokwim Coast. Very little in the way of
accumulation is forecast though areas may see a dusting to a few
inches of snow through this evening. The next couple of days will
remain cool for the interior Kuskokwim Delta, as well as inland
Bristol Bay and the Lower Kuskokwim Valley. Cold weather
advisories are in effect through Sunday evening for wind chills as
low as -35 to -50 degrees.

The main weather story, however, will continue to be a developing
940-950 mb low moving into the Bering Sea on Sunday. This low
will bring high winds to the Aleutian Chain and southern Bering.
The low will bring a front into Southwest Alaska by midday on
Sunday, with moderate to heavy snow and blowing snow. Winter storm
watches are in effect for potential blizzard conditions
stretching from the Kuskokwim Delta Coast and interior Kuskokwim
Delta down into Bristol Bay. Snow amounts will range from 8 to 16
inches with gusts as high as 40 to 50 mph, especially across
Nunivak Island and the YK Delta. Snow amounts and finer details
will need to be ironed out over the next 24 hours and products
will be updated in kind.

Even as the low moves out of the region on Monday, snow chances
will likely continue into early next week across Southwest Alaska
as subsequent waves of low pressure traverse the region.

-BL/KC

&&

.LONG TERM FORECAST (Days 4 through 7: Tuesday through Friday)...

Multiple waves of low pressure moving over southern Alaska will
keep the region wet through Tuesday night with rain along the
Aleutian Chain and widespread snowfall for Southwest and
Southcentral Alaska. Expect strong northwesterly winds out of
Alaska Peninsula bays and passes as low pressure pulls east of
Prince William Sound Tuesday and Wednesday.

Guidance is hinting at another strong North Pacific low pressure
system lifting up into the Eastern Aleutians and Alaska Peninsula
on Thursday. There is significant disagreement regarding exact
timing and placement, but it looks likely this system will bring a
round of heavy precipitation to the southern coast of Alaska.
High winds will also be a threat with this system as it possibly
deepens to around 950mb by Friday morning. A lot may change with
this system as it is still a week away but we will keep a close
eye on it going forward.

&&

.AVIATION...

PANC... VFR conditions with light and variable winds will persist
through the TAF period.

&&