Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 9:01AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 10:01am
Expires:
August 29, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
Rainfall across much of the Central Interior, including the
Fairbanks North Star Borough becomes more scattered and showery in
the afternoon. As this happens drier air brings gusty west-
southwest winds to the area Friday evening. Gusts in the 25 to 35
mph range are expected to continue through Saturday. Overnight
Friday and in the early morning Saturday deeper valleys may see
lighter winds, but occasional gusts in the 25 to 35 mph range will
still be possible. Winds weaken Saturday evening and overnight
into Sunday.
Area Description:
White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Upper Chena River Valley; Tanana Flats; Eielson AFB and Salcha; Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills; Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area; Nenana; Central Interior
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov