By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | February 2026
💗 Welp, sweethearts. It’s Valentine’s Day and the skies are flirting with snow, so let’s talk roads before you head out. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from about 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM across the Lower Matanuska Valley, meaning snow of 4 to 7 inches today that could make travel tricky and reduce visibility at times. Roads can get slick, so slow down, space out, and give other drivers some love on the asphalt. 💅
🚙 Parks Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 19 | 13 | Snow likely early, watch slick spots and slow down | Elevated |
| Afternoon | 22 | 14 | Continued snow showers with reduced visibility at times | High |
| Evening | 21 | 15 | Roads could still be soft or slushy | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise ~ 8:57 AM Sunset ~ 5:18 PM | Glare from low sun and fresh snow can blind you | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp ~ 3 (low-moderate) | Might be visible if skies clear | Low |
🚙 Glenn Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 18 | 12 | Snow moving in, bridges and high spots slick | Elevated |
| Afternoon | 21 | 13 | Snow continues, especially northbound | High |
| Evening | 20 | 14 | Expect packed snow on shoulders | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise ~ 8:57 AM Sunset ~ 5:18 PM | Low sun angle and snow glare ahead | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp ~ 3 (low-moderate) | Sky may clear later | Low |
🚐 Seward Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 21 | 16 | Light snow possible near Turnagain Arm | Elevated |
| Afternoon | 23 | 17 | Patchy snow with slippery sections | Moderate |
| Evening | 22 | 17 | Watch for cooling pavement and frost | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise ~ 8:57 AM Sunset ~ 5:18 PM | Sun glare over water can blind and melt snow | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp ~ 3 (low-moderate) | Best after midnight | Low |
🚚 Sterling Highway – Soldotna
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 20 | 15 | Roads may be snowy and slow | Elevated |
| Afternoon | 22 | 16 | Snow and slush near curves | High |
| Evening | 21 | 16 | Cooler temps mean refreeze possible | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise ~ 8:57 AM Sunset ~ 5:18 PM | Sun low in the sky, glare and snow patches | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp ~ 3 (low-moderate) | Worth a look if clouds thin | Low |
🚗 Knik Goose Bay Road & South Clapp / W Fairview Loop
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 18 | 12 | Snowfall and icy patches likely | Elevated |
| Afternoon | 20 | 13 | Watch for tracked snow and packed surfaces | High |
| Evening | 20 | 14 | Drive slower, lights on | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise ~ 8:57 AM Sunset ~ 5:18 PM | Glare and fresh snow mix | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast Tonight | Kp ~ 3 (low-moderate) | Look north post-dark | Low |
⚠️ Road Risk Summary Today
- Highest risk this morning and through the day on valley routes north of Palmer with snow making driving difficult at times.
- Visibility likely reduced to around 1/2 mile in snow showers.
- Bridges and overpasses will freeze quicker than pavement.
Keep your lights on, leave extra distance, and consider delaying nonessential travel during the snow’s peak.
Aurora Outlook Tonight
Aurora activity looks low to moderate (Kp around 3) this evening into the night, so you might see some northern lights in darker skies if clouds break. Expect the best chance between about 9 PM and 2 AM if conditions stay clear.
💘 Memaw’s Valentine’s Day Parting Words
Memaw’s Valentine to you is this. Whether you’re heading to work, stopping for flowers, dropping off chocolates, or just driving to see someone smile, be sure to give the road the respect it deserves today. Snow and slick spots are part of winter’s Valentine; slow down, be patient, and spread kindness on and off the asphalt. And if the clouds part tonight, lift your eyes for a little sky magic. It’s a gift.
Stay safe, sweetheart. 💗
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