Is there a Winter Storm Warning in the Brooks Range, Alaska?

Yes. The National Weather Service in Fairbanks issued a Winter Storm Warning for the South Slopes of the Central Brooks Range on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 2:33 PM AKDT.

How much snow is expected on the South Slopes of the Central Brooks Range?

The National Weather Service expects total accumulations of 8 to 16 inches, with winds that could gust as high as 35 mph. About 4 to 8 inches could fall from Saturday morning into Sunday morning, and another 4 to 8 inches on Monday.

When does the Winter Storm Warning end?

The warning is in effect from 10 AM Saturday until 10 PM AKDT Monday. Lighter snow is expected Sunday afternoon through Sunday night before heavier snow returns Monday morning.

Winter Storm Warning for 1 Alaska county: Oct 22, 2026

Key facts

Alert: Winter Storm Warning (severe)
Issued by: National Weather Service, Fairbanks AK
Areas: South Slopes Of The Central Brooks Range; Upper Koyukuk Valley
In effect: until 10:00 PM AKDT, Oct 26, 2026

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What the National Weather Service says

“Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 to 16 inches.”
NWS Fairbanks AK, Winter Storm Warning, 9:12 AM AKDT Oct 24, 2026 · official alert

“Travel could be very difficult.”
NWS Fairbanks AK, Winter Storm Warning, 9:12 AM AKDT Oct 24, 2026 · official alert

“Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.”
NWS Fairbanks AK, Winter Storm Warning, 9:12 AM AKDT Oct 24, 2026 · official alert

What to do

Avoid travel if you can while the warning is in effect. The National Weather Service says travel could be very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Visit 511.alaska.gov or call 5 1 1 for the latest road conditions.

Expect the snow to come in two waves. A break with lighter snow is expected Sunday afternoon through Sunday night, but heavier snow returns Monday morning. Do not assume the storm is over during the break.

Protect pipes, plants and pets from the cold, and check on older neighbors.

Context

FEMA records show 72 flood-insurance claims in this area between 1984 and 2020. These counts cover only insured properties and mostly reflect flooding, not snow, so they are not a measure of winter storm impact.

FEMA has listed several disaster declarations for this area. They include a severe winter storm and straight-line winds declaration on March 24, 2022, and a declaration for severe storms, flooding, and remnants of typhoon Halong on October 22, 2025.

Updates

2:30 AM AKDT The winter storm warning is no longer in effect.
9:12 AM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 10:00 PM AKDT.
11:41 AM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 4:00 PM AKDT.
9:12 AM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 10:00 PM AKDT.
6:45 AM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 4:00 PM AKDT.
11:57 PM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 10:00 PM AKDT.
12:45 PM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 10:00 PM AKDT.
2:27 AM AKDT The National Weather Service updated the winter storm warning; it remains in effect until 10:00 PM AKDT.
2:33 PM AKDT NWS Fairbanks AK issued the winter storm warning until 10:00 PM AKDT.

History here

This county: 72 flood insurance claims in FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program records since 1984, most recent 2020.

This county: recent federal disaster declarations

DR-4893 (2025): severe storms, flooding, and remnants of typhoon halong
DR-4730 (2023): flooding
DR-4648 (2022): severe winter storm and straight-line winds
DR-4122 (2013): flooding
DR-1843 (2009): flooding and ice jams

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Questions

Is there a Winter Storm Warning in the Brooks Range, Alaska?: Yes. The National Weather Service in Fairbanks issued a Winter Storm Warning for the South Slopes of the Central Brooks Range on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 2:33 PM AKDT.
How much snow is expected on the South Slopes of the Central Brooks Range?: The National Weather Service expects total accumulations of 8 to 16 inches, with winds that could gust as high as 35 mph. About 4 to 8 inches could fall from Saturday morning into Sunday morning, and another 4 to 8 inches on Monday.
When does the Winter Storm Warning end?: The warning is in effect from 10 AM Saturday until 10 PM AKDT Monday. Lighter snow is expected Sunday afternoon through Sunday night before heavier snow returns Monday morning.

Sources

NWS Fairbanks AK: Winter Storm Warning, Oct 24, 2026 weather.gov
FEMA OpenFEMA: NFIP claims and disaster declarations fema.gov

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