< Alaska Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/04/2026 15:24

Alaska Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/04/2026 15:24

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 4 at 2:24PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 4, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires: 
May 4, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description: 
As a front pushes across the Brooks Range, snow totals of around 4 to 7 inches will be possible across the Central Arctic Coast, especially between Utqiagvik and Nuiqsut, and the Central Arctic Plains. The highest snowfall rates are likely to occur from Tuesday night through Wednesday morning. Along the Dalton Highway, 2 to 4 inches of snow will be possible. Gusty north to northeast winds will also be possible on the Arctic Coast as the front moves northward across the area and could produce blowing snow at times.
Area Description: 
Northern Arctic Coast; Central Beaufort Sea Coast; Western Arctic Plains; Central Arctic Plains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Fairbanks AK