Fairbanks, AK – Extremely cold temperatures are expected to continue across Alaska’s Interior this week, with overnight lows potentially dropping into the minus 30s from Tuesday night through Friday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Fairbanks.
According to the National Weather Service Fairbanks, the cold snap follows a frigid start to the week and is expected to impact much of the Interior valley regions, including Fairbanks, Eagle, Tok, Hughes, and Beaver, where temperatures are forecast to remain well below zero through the end of the workweek.
Forecast maps released Tuesday show widespread sub-zero conditions across northern and central Alaska. Temperatures could range from around 1°F near Kotzebue to near -7°F around Tok, while Fairbanks may see temperatures around -4°F during the coldest periods.
Meteorologists say these conditions are typical for Alaska in early March but still pose risks for prolonged outdoor exposure. Residents are encouraged to dress in layers, limit time outside during overnight hours, and check for updated forecasts as the cold air mass remains in place through Friday afternoon.
The extreme cold may also impact travel and vehicles across the region, particularly along Interior roadways and highways near Fairbanks, where engines and batteries may struggle during prolonged exposure to sub-zero temperatures.
Officials advise residents to monitor weather.gov/afg for the latest updates as the cold snap continues across the Alaska Interior.
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