By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | February 2026
🌞 Good morning, Sunshine!. We’re in a full Arctic hold. Clear skies, subzero mornings, and hardpack so slick it’s thinking about entering the Winter Olympics in figure skating. At -12 before sunrise, even your engine is negotiating. The snow is squeaking under boots, the air bites back, and every intersection is shining like it’s polishing itself for the judges’ scores. 💅
🌨 Parks Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | -10 | -18 | Extreme cold, intersections polished | High |
| Afternoon | 2 | -10 | Hardpack remains slick despite sun | High |
| Evening | -4 | -15 | Refreeze guaranteed after sunset | High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:02 am | Sunset 6:19 pm | Long shadows hide black ice | High |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp 2 to 3 | Clear skies likely | Low geomagnetic activity | Low |
🌨 Glenn Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | -9 | -17 | Bridges and overpasses solid ice | High |
| Afternoon | 3 | -9 | Snowpack stays firm and slick | High |
| Evening | -5 | -16 | Canyon areas refreeze fast | High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | 8:02 am / 6:19 pm | Glare plus ice equals trouble | High | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp 2 to 3 | Mostly clear | Viewing possible but faint | Low |
🌨 Seward Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | -6 | -14 | Shaded curves extremely slick | High |
| Afternoon | 5 | -6 | Pass elevations stay colder | Elevated |
| Evening | -3 | -12 | Moisture freezes quickly | High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | 8:02 am / 6:19 pm | Watch Turnagain shadows | High | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp 2 to 3 | Clear inland | Slight chance if activity bumps | Low |
🌨 Sterling Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | -8 | -15 | Packed snow and brittle traction | High |
| Afternoon | 4 | -8 | Intersections remain glazed | Elevated |
| Evening | -4 | -14 | Refreeze in low lying areas | High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | 8:02 am / 6:19 pm | Cold sinks into river valleys | Elevated | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp 2 to 3 | Partial clearing possible | Weak display odds | Low |
🌨 Knik Goose Bay Road
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | -11 | -19 | Heavy frost and slick side roads | High |
| Afternoon | 1 | -11 | School traffic plus polished snow | High |
| Evening | -6 | -17 | Neighborhood glare ice likely | High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | 8:02 am / 6:19 pm | Headlight glare off ice | High | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp 2 to 3 | Clear skies favor viewing | Activity weak | Low |
Memaw’s Parting Words
🏎️ This Arctic air isn’t here to race you. It’s here to sit on your porch, cross its arms, and watch you get ready. Treat the roads like they’re being scored by Olympic judges for patience and grace. Start smooth, brake slower than you think you need to, and give winter the respect it deserves. Cold mornings are hard on batteries, so make sure your vehicle is ready before you head out.
In Alaska’s winter Olympics, safety takes the gold. 💖
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