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Alaska Weather Alert Today: Winds Up to 58 MPH Through Wednesday
Fairbanks, AK – Strong winds are expected to intensify across portions of Alaska beginning Monday, Nov. 9, with gusts potentially reaching 58 mph Tuesday as a developing weather pattern brings bluster
By Miles Carter · 2026-11-09T18:36:02.934Z
Fairbanks, AK – Strong winds are expected to intensify across portions of Alaska beginning Monday, Nov. 9, with gusts potentially reaching 58 mph Tuesday as a developing weather pattern brings blustery conditions and snow to northern parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service NWS in Fairbanks, high pressure over the Arctic and low pressure in the Gulf of Alaska will strengthen east and northeast winds through Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Forecasters say light snow will also move northward, raising concerns about reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions where snowfall combines with strong winds.
Tuesday Expected to Bring Strongest Gusts
National Weather Service forecast maps show the strongest winds developing along Alaska's Arctic coastline Tuesday.
Expected maximum gusts include:
Kaktovik: 58 mph Tuesday Utqiagvik: 54 mph Tuesday Point Hope: 53 mph Tuesday Deadhorse: 49 mph Tuesday Point Lay: 49 mph Tuesday Other locations could experience significant gusts, including Gambell at 46 mph and Delta Junction at 41 mph.
Farther south, Anchorage could see gusts reaching approximately 41 mph Tuesday, according to the forecast graphics.
Windy Conditions Continue Wednesday
Although winds are forecast to decrease in several locations Wednesday, some Arctic communities could continue experiencing gusts exceeding 40 mph.
Utqiagvik is forecast to reach 52 mph, while Point Lay could see 49 mph and Deadhorse approximately 43 mph.
The National Weather Service's Monday morning advisory map also shows winter weather advisories affecting portions of northern Alaska, including Arctic coastal communities.
Travel Impacts and Safety Concerns
Strong winds may produce blowing snow, reduced visibility and difficult driving conditions, particularly along exposed roadways.
Residents traveling through affected areas should monitor updated forecasts and prepare for rapidly changing conditions.
Loose outdoor objects should also be secured before stronger gusts arrive.
Wind forecasts may change as the weather system develops.
For current advisories, warnings and updated forecasts, visit weather.gov/fairbanks .