Snow piles up in Seward and Juneau, surf impacts Unalaska’s airfield, and Alaska Troopers find a colorful way to wrap up the year.
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | December 2025
Southcentral Alaska | Seward
Snow swept into Seward quickly this afternoon, sharply cutting visibility and turning the harbor town into a swirling whiteout. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory through 6 p.m., calling for up to 2 inches of new snow and northerly wind gusts near 40 mph. Drivers should expect fast-changing road conditions and allow extra travel time.
Southwest Alaska | Unalaska and Dutch Harbor
In the Aleutians, Unalaska Airport remains closed as Alaska Department of Transportation crews respond to wave and surf damage near the airfield. Early assessments found no structural harm to the active runway, though debris cleanup continues along the shoulder. An electrical contractor is on site repairing damaged lighting components and expects to finish the work later today if conditions hold. Permanent shoulder repairs will follow once weather allows.
Southeast Alaska | Juneau and the Northern Panhandle
Heavy snow fell across the northern Panhandle today, with flooding concerns farther south as a potent winter storm worked its way through the region. Towns from Gustavus and Hoonah to Juneau, Skagway, and Haines saw intense snowfall through early afternoon, followed by moderate to heavy snow showers expected into the evening. In Juneau, forecasters predict an additional 5 to 10 inches by early Tuesday, with another snow event already on the radar for the weekend.
Safety Reminder: The Skagway Police Department urges residents to check that heater exhaust vents remain clear of snow to prevent dangerous carbon monoxide buildup, and to test carbon monoxide alarms. Boat owners should also clear heavy snow from boat decks and confirm bilge pumps are working properly.
Just for Alaska
While much of the internet debates whether plain white is the “color of the year,” Alaska State Troopers decided the Last Frontier deserves something with more grit. Their cheeky “2026 Colors of the Year” post rolled out a custom palette including Pull Over Red, Uniform Blue, Badge Metal Gold, and OC Orange — shades every Alaskan knows by heart. The humorous post drew praise for the reminder that behind the levity are troopers on duty around the clock. Because in Alaska, even a color trend has to earn its stripes.
Whether it’s blinding snow in Seward, storm surge in Dutch Harbor, or a fresh foot of powder in Juneau, it’s just another week proving Alaska always keeps its forecast, and its sense of humor, unpredictable.
