Snow Moves into Southcentral Thursday
Today's Alaska weather forecast from Alaska's Weather Source highlights a shift in conditions across Southcentral Alaska.
Current Conditions and Outlook
Although some flurries are possible this morning, most of Southcentral will experience dry weather today. The state is under a cooler pattern, with multiple opportunities for snow in the coming days.
Thursday Snow Forecast
The next weather system approaching from the south will bring a good chance of snow to Southcentral on Thursday. November is finally bringing seasonal weather to the region after October ranked among the warmest on record.
“While temperatures each afternoon are still briefly climbing above freezing in many areas, the forecast over the next week will see more of the same.”
Snowfall has been scarce recently, causing deficits in many areas of Southcentral, but this will change as snow arrives Thursday.
Details of the Incoming System
A low-pressure system currently in the eastern Gulf of Alaska will intensify northward tonight and into tomorrow. This will spread moisture across the region during Thursday, bringing heavy snow especially to Turnagain Pass. Coastal areas may see a rain/snow mix, but inland locations will mostly get snow.
- Snow amounts will vary widely.
- Mat-Su Valley and Anchorage could receive up to an inch, with some spots seeing heavier snowfall.
“The low which is currently in eastern parts of the Gulf of Alaska will steadily build north tonight into tomorrow.”
Local variations in snow accumulation are expected due to the nature of the system.
Author’s summary: Southcentral Alaska will see a shift to cooler, snowier weather Thursday, ending recent snowfall deficits, with heavy snow in key areas like Turnagain Pass.