Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 28 at 2:42PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 28, 2026 - 3:42pm
Expires:
September 29, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
Light rain and snow will meander around the Interior. Locations
above 2000ft have the highest chance for snow through Monday
night but snow levels continue to drop to 1000ft Tuesday. Valley
locations, including Fairbanks, may see some snowflakes mix in
with rain beginning Tuesday night with flurries lingering into
Wednesday. Little to no accumulation is expected in the valleys
through Wednesday afternoon. Between 1000-2000ft, up to 1 inch of
snow is possible but there will be melting as the snow reaches the
ground. Above 2000ft, 1 to 3 inches of snow is possible through
Wednesday afternoon. Another round of light snow is becoming more
likely Wednesday night into Thursday with minor accumulations
possible, even in Fairbanks.
Area Description:
Dalton Highway Summits; White Mountains and High Terrain South of the Yukon River; Fortymile Country; Upper Chena River Valley; Eielson AFB and Salcha; Chatanika River Valley; Two Rivers; Fairbanks Metro Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov