Winter Storm Warning Issued for Admiralty Island; 9 to 12 Inches of Snow Forecast
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Admiralty Island from midnight tonight through Wednesday noon, with heavy snow and difficult travel conditions expected.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Admiralty Island, Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Juneau AK
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Admiralty Island, Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Juneau has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Admiralty Island. This alert comes as multiple rounds of snowfall are expected to impact the region through midweek.
Affected Areas
This warning is specifically in effect for Admiralty Island (AKZ324).
What You Should Do
Travel during this period will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. For those who must travel, the NWS recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle. Residents are also urged to complete property preparations before the onset of the winter weather tonight.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations of 9 to 12 inches are expected.
- Snowfall Rates: The heaviest snowfall is projected for Tuesday morning and afternoon, with rates potentially reaching one inch per hour.
- Additional Hazards: While some surrounding areas may see a transition to rain, heavy snow remains the primary threat for Admiralty Island. If the transition to rain is delayed in the broader panhandle, snowfall amounts could be higher.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from midnight tonight (March 3) through 12:00 PM AKST Wednesday, March 4. Light snow is expected to continue through this evening prior to the arrival of the heavier system tonight.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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