High Wind Warning 1, NWS Anchorage, AK

639 
WWAK72 PAFC 032325
NPWALU

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

AKZ787-791-041500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.260104T1800Z-260105T1500Z/
Central Aleutians-Western Aleutians-
Including the cities of Shemya, Amchitka, Atka, and Adak
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO 6 AM AKST 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 50 to 70 mph, with gusts as high as 
  80 to 100 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Aleutians and Western Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A front will bring gusty south to southeast 
  winds from this afternoon through tonight, but the WORST 
  conditions and highest winds will occur Sunday morning through 
  early Monday morning. Confidence is high that Adak and Atka will 
  see gusts above 75 mph. While winds are trending a bit lower for 
  Shemya, gusts to 75 mph remain likely.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ781-785-041500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.260104T2100Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska, Nikolski, False Pass, Cold Bay,
Sand Point, and Akutan
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SUNDAY TO 6 AM AKST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 70 to 
  80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...From noon Sunday to 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be more than one round of 
  high winds during this period, so stay vigilant and remain 
  cautious even if winds briefly decrease between Sunday afternoon 
  and Tuesday morning. While mountains may help to block the 
  southwesterly winds for most communities in the Eastern Aleutians 
  and Southern Alaska Peninsula, there may still be high gusts 
  through terrain gaps.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ752>754-041500-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260105T0200Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-Lime Village-
Including the cities of Crooked Creek, Kalskag, Lime Village,
Aniak, and Sleetmute
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 25 to 35 below zero, with 
  wind chills as low as 35 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold temperatures as low as 35 below 
  zero and wind chill values as low as 50 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. Frostbite and 
  hypothermia are likely if exposed to these temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will again drop to 25 to 35 
  below zero, with wind chills as low as 35 to 50 below zero, 
  tonight into Sunday morning before warming as snow develops across 
  the region by Sunday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

&&

$$

AKZ756-765-041500-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260105T0200Z/
Interior Kuskokwim Delta-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of Aleknagik, New Stuyahok, Akiachak,
Kasigluk, Kwethluk, Koliganek, and Bethel
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM AKST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Cold air temperatures as low as 10 to 20 below zero, with 
  wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Inland Bristol Bay and Interior Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM AKST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. 
  Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will again drop to 10 to 20 
  below zero, with wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero, 
  tonight into Sunday morning before warming as snow develops across 
  the region by Sunday afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

&&

$$

AKZ795-041500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0002.260105T0700Z-260106T0700Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint George and Saint Paul
225 PM AKST Sat Jan 3 2026

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 40 to 60 mph with gusts up to 85 mph possible.

* WHERE...Pribilof Islands.

* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strength of the highest winds will depend 
  on the track of a low that moves into the Bering Sea on Sunday. 
  Currently, there is about a 40-60% chance of gusts 75 mph or 
  greater for Saint George, and about a 30-50% chance of gusts 75 
  mph or greater for Saint Paul.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind 
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe 
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

Markle

025 
WWAK72 PAFC 041323
NPWALU

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

AKZ787-791-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.260104T1800Z-260105T1500Z/
Central Aleutians-Western Aleutians-
Including the cities of Shemya, Amchitka, Atka, and Adak
423 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 
AM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 50 to 70 mph, with gusts as high as 
  75 to 100 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Aleutians and Western Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is high that Adak and Atka will 
  see gusts stronger than 75 mph. With the storm now forecast to 
  take a slightly different track, the highest gusts at Shemya will 
  likely be between about 60-75 mph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ781-785-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.260104T2100Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska, False Pass, Akutan, Cold Bay,
Sand Point, and Nikolski
423 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 AM AKST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 70 to 
  80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be more than one round of 
  high winds during this period, so stay vigilant and remain 
  cautious even if winds briefly decrease between this afternoon and 
  Tuesday morning. While mountains may help to block the 
  southwesterly winds for most communities in the Eastern Aleutians 
  and Southern Alaska Peninsula, there may still be high gusts 
  through terrain gaps.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ752>754-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260105T0200Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-Lime Village-
Including the cities of Kalskag, Lime Village, Crooked Creek,
Sleetmute, and Aniak
423 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM AKST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 25 to 35 below zero, with 
  wind chills as low as 35 to 50 below zero.

* WHERE...Lower Kuskokwim Valley.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM AKST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold temperatures as low as 35 below 
  zero and wind chill values as low as 50 below zero could cause 
  frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. Frostbite and 
  hypothermia are likely if exposed to these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

&&

$$

AKZ756-765-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.CW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260105T0200Z/
Interior Kuskokwim Delta-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of Aleknagik, Kasigluk, Kwethluk, New
Stuyahok, Bethel, Koliganek, and Akiachak
423 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM AKST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Cold air temperatures as low as 10 to 20 below zero, with 
  wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero.

* WHERE...Inland Bristol Bay and Interior Kuskokwim Delta.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM AKST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero 
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. 
  Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these 
  temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a 
hat, and gloves.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

&&

$$

AKZ795-050200-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0002.260105T0700Z-260106T0700Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint George and Saint Paul
423 AM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH 
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 70 to 
  80 mph possible.

* WHERE...Saint George Island.

* WHEN...From this evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...With the highest winds forecast to remain 
  further south, Saint Paul Island has been removed from the Watch. 
  However, there is still about a 30-50% chance that Saint George 
  Island will see gusts up to 75 mph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind 
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe 
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

Chen

741 
WWAK72 PAFC 050031
NPWALU

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

AKZ752>754-756-765-050145-
/O.CAN.PAFC.CW.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260105T0200Z/
Kuskokwim Valley West-Kuskokwim Valley East-Lime Village-Interior
Kuskokwim Delta-Inland Bristol Bay-
Including the cities of New Stuyahok, Kwethluk, Aniak, Kasigluk,
Lime Village, Crooked Creek, Kalskag, Koliganek, Aleknagik,
Akiachak, Sleetmute, and Bethel
331 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Temperatures have warmed across the area this afternoon decreasing 
the threat of dangerous temperatures and wind chills.

$$

AKZ781-785-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Cold Bay, False Pass, Unalaska, Nikolski,
Sand Point, and Akutan
331 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 70 to 
  80 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will likely be more than one round of 
  high winds during this period, so stay vigilant and remain 
  cautious even if winds briefly decrease between this afternoon and 
  Tuesday morning. While mountains may help to block the 
  southwesterly winds for most communities in the Eastern Aleutians 
  and Southern Alaska Peninsula, there may still be high gusts 
  through terrain gaps.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ787-791-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260105T1500Z/
Central Aleutians-Western Aleutians-
Including the cities of Adak, Shemya, Amchitka, and Atka
331 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST MONDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 50 to 70 mph, with gusts as high as 
  75 to 90 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Aleutians and Western Aleutians.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is high that Adak and Atka will 
  see gusts stronger than 75 mph. With the storm now forecast to 
  take a slightly different track, the highest gusts at Shemya will 
  likely be between about 60-75 mph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ795-051500-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0002.260105T0700Z-260106T0700Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George
331 PM AKST Sun Jan 4 2026

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM AKST THIS EVENING 
THROUGH MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 70 to 
  80 mph possible.

* WHERE...Saint George Island.

* WHEN...From 10 PM AKST this evening through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...With the highest winds forecast to remain 
  further south, Saint Paul Island has been removed from the Watch. 
  However, there is still about a 30-50% chance that Saint George 
  Island will see gusts up to 75 mph.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind 
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe 
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

DJ

301 
WWAK72 PAFC 051345
NPWALU

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

AKZ787-791-051445-
/O.CAN.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260105T1500Z/
Central Aleutians-Western Aleutians-
Including the cities of Amchitka, Shemya, Adak, and Atka
445 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The strongest winds have ended. Winds will continue to decrease 
through the morning.

$$

AKZ781-785-060700-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Sand Point, Cold Bay, False Pass, Akutan,
Nikolski, and Unalaska
445 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 
  75 to 85 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The next round of high winds will begin in 
  the late morning/early afternoon and continue through this 
  evening. Confidence is increasing that the threat of high winds 
  (gusts of 75 mph or greater) will drop off quickly after midnight 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must travel.

&&

$$

AKZ795-060700-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.A.0002.000000T0000Z-260106T0700Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George
445 AM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 65 to 
  75 mph possible.

* WHERE...Saint George Island.

* WHEN...Through this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel could be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...As of 4:30 AM, gusts of 50-60 mph are being 
  observed at Saint George Airport, with about a 30-50% chance of 
  gusts reaching 75 mph. The threat of high winds (gusts of 75 mph 
  or greater) will quickly diminish by late afternoon.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind 
event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this 
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe 
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

009 
WWAK72 PAFC 052143
NPWALU

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
1243 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

AKZ795-052245-
/O.CAN.PAFC.HW.A.0002.000000T0000Z-260106T0700Z/
Pribilof Islands-
Including the cities of Saint Paul and Saint George
1243 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The strongest winds for today will remain south of Saint George 
Island. Thus, the High Wind Watch has been cancelled. For the 
remainder of the afternoon, expect north to northwest winds 15 to 25 
mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph.

$$

AKZ781-785-060545-
/O.CON.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Unalaska, False Pass, Cold Bay, Akutan,
Sand Point, and Nikolski
1243 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM AKST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West to southwest winds 40 to 50 mph, with gusts as high as 
  75 to 85 mph expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians and Southern Alaska Peninsula.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM AKST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property, and 
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The next round of high winds will begin in 
  the late morning/early afternoon and continue through this 
  evening. Confidence is increasing that the threat of high winds 
  (gusts of 75 mph or greater) will drop off quickly after midnight 
  tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around 
or damaged by the wind. Prepare for the possibility of widespread 
power outages. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

Baines

029 
WWAK72 PAFC 060542
NPWALU

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

AKZ781-785-060645-
/O.CAN.PAFC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260106T1500Z/
Southern Alaska Peninsula-Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Akutan, Sand Point, Cold Bay, Nikolski,
False Pass, and Unalaska
842 PM AKST Mon Jan 5 2026

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds have decreased, but gusts near 60 mph may persist until 
midnight tonight.

$$

Southcentral and Southwest Alaska Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
547 PM AKST Fri Jan 2 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.

- For the aforementioned areas, 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.

Cold and clear conditions remain this evening as dry, northerly
flow continues across Southcentral. Gusty winds flowing through
coastal terrain gaps are expected to persist through Saturday
until the pattern shifts late this weekend. 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 north
Gulf coast (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 still for
precipitation to begin Sunday afternoon/evening for Kodiak Island
and lift north and east through the Kenai Peninsula and northern
Gulf by midnight. Anchorage, the Susitna Valley, 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 snow to blow and drift easily. Details of the 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: Tonight through Monday)...

The forecast remains largely unchanged this afternoon. Various
lows and troughs moving across the Bering Sea will bring active
weather through early Saturday. A weak front will quickly
dissipate upon reaching the Kuskokwim Coast during the day on
Saturday. Very light snow will be possible 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 up to an inch of snow through Saturday 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 -45 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. A
High Wind Watch is in effect for the Western and Central
Aleutians with potential westerly wind gusts greater than 75 mph.
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 6 to 12
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

&&

.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 northerly winds will persist
through the TAF period.

&&