Blizzard conditions are currently affecting the northern areas of Alaska, with wind gusts reaching up to 55 mph. A warning has been issued for blowing snow and strong winds along the central to eastern Beaufort Sea. This warning will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Thursday.
An upper-level low pressure system over the Bering Sea is causing persistent strong winds and blowing snow on St. Lawrence Island. To address this, a winter weather advisory will be in effect from Thursday afternoon. Meanwhile, a winter storm watch has been issued for the Kuskokwim Delta and certain coastal areas of the Alaska Peninsula, including Nunivak Island. The watch warns of potential snowfall of 4 to 6 inches and gusts reaching 40 mph.
A significant area of low pressure will sweep through the Aleutian chain, starting from the western end and progressing towards the central and western sections on Thursday night. As it reaches the mainland overnight and into Friday morning, expect rain, snow, and strong winds to accompany the front. The storm track is moving quickly, with another storm system already approaching the south of the Alaska Peninsula by midday Saturday.
Thursday will bring a temporary break from the storms in Southeast Alaska and Southcentral. However, this respite will be short-lived as the soggy spring outlook is set to return by Friday.
Skagway took the crown for the hottest spot, reaching a scorching 57 degrees.
The temperature in Atqasuk dropped to a bone-chilling 5 degrees below zero, creating a frigid cold spot in the region.
