High Winds and Heavy Rain Expected in Alaska 10-15 to 10-19

Alaska — Get ready for some intense weather in Alaska as we look at high winds and significant rain and snow from October 15th through October 19th. Two main weather systems will bring heavy rain and snow, and you'll want to be prepared for gusty conditions. The most severe weather will be in the south-central and panhandle areas, with rainfall reaching 2-4 inches per day and winds over 50 mph.

South-Central AK and AK Panhandle

South-Central Alaska and the Alaska Panhandle will experience heavy rain and elevation snow from October 15th through October 17th. Strong winds could reach over 50 mph, especially affecting coastal areas. For those in high elevation areas, over a foot of snow per day is possible on October 16th and 17th, so keep an eye on that if you're traveling or live in those regions.

Weather Patterns

We are seeing a shift in the weather pattern with a cyclone in the Gulf of Alaska weakening but still enough to bring wet weather. Another system is moving into the Aleutians, contributing to the unsettled conditions. The trough building up should moderate temperatures slightly, but expect clouds to keep overnight temperatures warmer than usual.