Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued October 19 at 1:34PM AKDT until October 21 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 19, 2026 - 2:34pm
Expires:
October 20, 2026 - 8:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations between 10 and
16 inches, mainly near the top of the pass.
* WHERE...Thompson Pass.
* WHEN...Until 4 AM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Be prepared for slippery
roads.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A long duration snowfall event will continue
through Tuesday night. Rising temperatures late today through
Tuesday morning will change snow to rain for lower elevations of
the pass. At the top of the pass, snow will be more prolonged but
may mix with rain at times.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road
conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.
Area Description:
Thompson Pass
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov