Winter Storm Warning Issued for Fairbanks and Central Interior Alaska: Up to 18 Inches of Snow Expected
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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 the Fairbanks Metro Area and Central Interior, forecasting 12 to 18 inches of snow through Wednesday morning.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Central Interior Alaska
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Fairbanks 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 Central Interior Alaska.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Central Interior and Fairbanks North Star Borough. This alert (NWS code: WSW) indicates that heavy snow is likely and travel conditions will be hazardous.
Affected Areas
The warning covers a broad geographic range including the Fairbanks Metro Area, Nenana, and the Central Interior. Specific locations impacted include:
- Upper Chena River Valley and Chatanika River Valley
- Tanana Flats, Eielson AFB, and Salcha
- Goldstream Valley and Nenana Hills
- Two Rivers
What You Should Do
Travel is expected to be very difficult. If you must travel, the National Weather Service advises keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents should visit 511.alaska.gov or call 511 for the latest road conditions. Additionally, use caution while traveling on or along frozen waterways, as increased snow could lead to areas of overflow.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is expected with total accumulations between 12 and 18 inches. The region will experience multiple days of moderate snowfall. A significant concern is the increased snow load on frozen rivers and streams, which may cause water to push up through the ice (overflow).
Timeline
- Effective Period: The warning is in effect from 6:00 AM AKST Sunday, February 22.
- Duration: Moderate snowfall is expected to last through Tuesday night.
- Expiration: The alert is scheduled to end at 6:00 AM AKST Wednesday, February 25.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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