Sitka, Alaska – Snow is intensifying across the Alaska Panhandle overnight, with bursts strong enough to drop visibility below one mile and quickly cover roads, impacting travel by land, air and sea through Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Juneau, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Sitka until 10 a.m. Monday, where total snowfall of 4 to 6 inches is expected along with wind gusts up to 35 mph. Heavier snow showers are expected overnight, creating periods of reduced visibility and rapidly changing conditions.
Across southern Panhandle communities including Ketchikan, Wrangell and Prince of Wales Island, snow totals of 2 to 5 inches are expected through early Monday, with visibility frequently dropping to one mile or less in heavier bands. Travel conditions may vary significantly due to the scattered nature of snow showers.
Farther north, areas like Angoon, Tenakee Springs and Hoonah will see snow develop early Monday morning, with 3 to 5 inches possible through the afternoon as a stalled low pressure system lingers nearby.
Roads, docks and runways may become snow-covered and slick, especially during heavier bursts. Residents are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time and prepare for rapidly changing visibility.
Snow will gradually taper later Monday, but additional bands may develop depending on the track of the lingering system.
