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Alaskan Interior Prepares for Early Winter Storm with Up to 9 Inches of Snow
1 Oct
Summary
- Winter weather advisory issued for interior Alaska
- Forecasts predict 4-9 inches of snowfall by Friday evening
- Hazardous travel conditions expected, with slippery roads and reduced visibility
On October 1st, 2025, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for portions of interior Alaska, with forecasts predicting up to 9 inches of snowfall between Thursday afternoon and Friday evening. The advisory affects the White Mountains, high terrain south of the Yukon River, and the Chatanika River Valley, including key stretches of the Steese and Elliott highways.
The early season storm is set to deliver moderate to heavy snow across the region, raising the risk of hazardous travel conditions. The NWS has specifically warned motorists and residents to be alert for slippery roads and reduced visibility. The advisory comes as Alaska begins to transition into the colder months, making preparedness especially crucial for local communities and travelers on major routes.
The winter weather advisory is in effect from 2 p.m. local time on Thursday until 10 p.m. on Friday, according to the NWS office in Fairbanks. The agency predicts snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches, with higher elevations receiving the most snow. The coming storm is anticipated to have significant travel impacts, particularly during the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
