Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued August 30 at 12:19PM AKDT until September 1 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 30, 2026 - 1:19pm
Expires:
August 31, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and breezy winds expected. Total snow accumulations of
4 to 8 inches above 2000 feet along the Richardson Highway near
Isabel Pass, with heavier amounts above pass level. Northerly winds
gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp and Eastern Alaska
Range South of Trims Camp.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 4 AM AKDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain will quickly transition to snow overnight
Sunday into Monday, with the heaviest snowfall expected Monday
morning. Snow levels are expected to drop as low as 2000 feet and
remain low through Monday. Daytime heating will be limited by
precipitation and cloud cover so snowfall may continue through much
of the afternoon above 2000 feet. Most of the snow that falls is
expected to be wet and messy.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Visit 511.alaska.gov or
call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.
Area Description:
Eastern Alaska Range North of Trims Camp; Eastern Alaska Range South of Trims Camp
Forcast Office:
NWS Fairbanks AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov