Monday Morning Update | Parks, Glenn, Seward and Sterling Highways
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | December 2025
Good morning Alaska. Winter is still very much in charge today with cold temperatures, strong winds and slick roadsremaining. A High Wind Warning is in effect through midday today for Anchorage, the Mat-Su Valley and parts of the Glenn Highway corridor with hits to the 60 to 70 mph range in gusts reported overnight. North winds will ease later in the week, but for Tuesday morning’s commute expect cold and breezy conditions on all major routes. Always check 511.alaska.gov before you go for live incidents and camera views. National Weather Service+1
🚗 Parks Highway (Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley)
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Around 14 to 17°F with strong north winds | Drifting snow and gusty winds may reduce control. Slow down and give extra space to other vehicles. |
| Afternoon | Highs near 19°F with breezes | Winds continue to be strong in open areas. Watch for blowing snow on bridges and wide stretches. |
| Evening | Falling to single digits | Temps drop after dark and pavement will refreeze quickly. Take it easy and leave early if you must travel. |
🚙 Glenn Highway (Anchorage to Palmer)
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Low to mid teens | Black ice on shaded curves and trestles is likely. Allow extra time and reduce speed early. |
| Afternoon | Around 17 to 19°F | Winds stay breezy with slick spots possible near overpasses. Keep winter tires and slow speeds. |
| Evening | Down toward single digits | Roads refreeze after sunset. Stay alert and give yourself extra travel time. |
🚐 Seward Highway (Turnagain Arm Corridor)
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Single digits to low teens | Coastal winds and colder pockets near Girdwood can mean icy patches. Drive slow and stay steady. |
| Afternoon | Highs near 10 to 14°F | Icy spots on curves and coastal stretches remain a hazard. Keep headlights on for low light. |
| Evening | Falling quickly after dark | Expect slick pavement as temps plunge. Slow your pace and stay in control. |
🚘 Sterling Highway (Kenai Peninsula)
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Teens to single digits | Bridges and shaded curves will be icy. Slow speed and winter tires help today. |
| Afternoon | Highs near 15°F | Alternating wet and icy pavement possible. Follow plows at a safe distance. |
| Evening | Around single digits | Ice builds fast after sunset. Keep a safe following distance and go slow. |
🌬️ Wind and Cold Today
Strong north winds continue through the morning across Southcentral including Anchorage, Eagle River, the Mat-Su Valley and sections of the Glenn Highway corridor with gusts that have reached 60 to 70 mph in some spots. These winds can blow loose snow back onto roadways and make steering tougher on open sections. Wind chills may feel well below zero, especially in exposed spots.
This pattern is expected to gradually moderate later this week, but cold nights and slick mornings will remain typical through much of the upcoming week. National Weather Service
❄️ Memaw’s Holiday Road Wisdom
- Check 511.alaska.gov before every trip for updated road conditions. Alaska 511
- Slow down and expect black ice in shaded and bridge areas.
- Strong wind can move snow across pavement quickly so visibility may change without much notice.
- Winter or studded tires and a full emergency kit are still a good idea.
