☕️ Well hey there, merry makers! Memaw is up with her coffee and the tree lights are twinkling as bright as the frost on your windows. Southcentral Alaska is waking up to a classic winter day, cold enough to make the reindeer shiver and the roads slick enough to test your patience. So grab your warmest mittens, sip that hot brew, and let’s get you ready for a safe and merry day of travel.
☃️ Today’s Temperatures and Driving Tips 🎁
| Time of Day | Expected Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Around 1 to 2°F | Roads will be icy in shaded spots and on bridges. Let your car warm up, clear those windows, and take it slow on slick stretches. (forecast.weather.gov) |
| Afternoon | High near 12 to 15°F | The weak winter sun won’t melt all the ice. Expect slick patches and slow down early for curves and turns. (forecast.weather.gov) |
| Evening | Low near 1 to 3°F | Temperatures drop fast after sunset. Refreeze and slick roads return. Keep headlights on and slow down early. (forecast.weather.gov) |
Today will be mostly sunny and cold across Anchorage and Mat‑Su, with highs near 11 to 13°F and lows near 1 to 2°F tonight. Kenai is a bit warmer with highs near 15°F and lows near 3°F tonight.
🎄✨ Highway Forecasts Wrapped Up with a Bow
Parks Highway
Expect sunshine with temperatures around the low teens today. Roads will be slick in the early morning and evening, especially on bridges and in the shadows of tall trees. Take it easy through the curves, warm your vehicle up before heading out, and give plows and snow machines plenty of room. Winter conditions stay firm all day, so leave early and drive steady.
Glenn Highway
Cold and mostly sunny conditions will prevail. Ice hides in the shadows where the sun doesn’t reach, so be ready to slow down for overpasses and high country stretches. Winds should stay light today, but keep an eye on weather updates. Winter rules this road.
Seward Highway
The Seward Highway will be cold and mostly clear. Watch out for icy sections near water and on shaded segments. The coastal air won’t warm things up much, even with sun overhead. Reduce speed on winding parts south of town and watch for drifting snow in open areas.
Sterling/Kenai Peninsula Roads
Sunny and still brisk across the Peninsula with highs near 15°F. Rural sections will remain icy all day, especially in shaded valleys or near turnouts. Wildlife tends to wander near the road in winter, so keep your eyes peeled and your speed moderated. Pack extra warm gear if you are heading way out.
🎁 Memaw’s Final Thought for Today 🎁
Alright, darlin’, today’s forecast is crisp, cold, and just cold enough to keep ice on every stretch of roadway. Temperatures will rise into the low teens this afternoon and drop back into the single digits tonight. Ice doesn’t know it’s supposed to go away just because the sun is out. So warm up the car, slow down early, and take your time. Memaw wants you to stay merry, bright, and safe on the roads so you can be cozy at home with a mug of cocoa when the day is done.
Stay safe and keep the holiday cheer rolling! 🎄☃️✨
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