< Alaska Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/08/2026 21:51

Alaska Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/08/2026 21:51

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 8 at 8:51PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 8, 2026 - 9:51pm
Expires: 
April 9, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
A front will bring snow to Point Hope Thursday afternoon through Friday morning. Southerly winds will gust upwards of 45 to 50 mph during this time as well. There is a chance for some blowing snow at the onset but with temperatures rising near and above freezing Thursday night, any blowing snow would be short lived. Snow totals will be around 1 inch.
Area Description: 
Western Arctic Coast
Forcast Office: 
NWS Fairbanks AK