By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | February 2026
☕️ Alright listen up, snow angels and overconfident pickup drivers. February woke up today and chose mild chaos. It sprinkled just enough snow to make everything look romantic, then slipped a little ice underneath like a passive aggressive note. The roads are giving “I’m fine” energy while absolutely not being fine. This is the kind of commute where someone in a giant truck thinks physics is optional, and a Subaru is quietly judging everyone. Drive like the road has trust issues, because it does. Bring a jacket and extra time for travel. 💖
🚙 Parks Highway
| Time of Day | Hi (°F) | Lo (°F) | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 28 | -1 | Snow likely early; watch for patchy ice | Medium |
| Afternoon | 28 | -1 | Snow tapering, clouds stick around | Medium |
| Evening | 20 | -3 | Temps plunge; bridges freeze first | Medium-High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:13 AM | |||
| Sunset 6:09 PM | Keep headlights on in low light | Medium | ||
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp ~4; moderate possibility but weather may block views | Binoculars and clear skies help |
🚙 Glenn Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 28 | -1 | Light snow possible. Slick near bridges and overpasses. | Medium |
| Afternoon | 28 | -1 | Cloudy with occasional slick stretches near Palmer. | Medium |
| Evening | 20 | -3 | Temps fall fast. Watch black ice on long straightaways. | Medium-High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:13 AM Sunset 6:09 PM | Increase following distance in low light. | Medium | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 4 | Fair geomagnetic setup if skies partially clear. | Low-Medium |
🚐 Seward Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 28 | -1 | Snow showers possible. Watch slick coastal sections. | Medium |
| Afternoon | 28 | -1 | Variable visibility near Turnagain Arm. | Medium |
| Evening | 20 | -3 | Refreeze likely. Be cautious in shaded canyon areas. | Medium-High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:13 AM Sunset 6:09 PM | Gusty crosswinds possible along the Arm. | Medium | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 4 | Clouds may block viewing despite decent activity. | Low-Medium |
🚚 Sterling Highway
♟️ Kids Chess Club | Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:30 PM
Checkmate boredom and make your move at the library. Every Tuesday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM, kids ages 5 and up are invited to sharpen their strategy, challenge their friends, and learn a few clever tricks from mentors along the way.
All skill levels are welcome. Brand new to the board? Perfect. Future grandmaster energy? We love that too.
It is brains, buddies, and a little friendly competition, one square at a time. ♟️
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 28 | -1 | Snow likely in spots. Watch rural shaded curves. | Medium |
| Afternoon | 28 | -1 | Cloud cover lingers. Slushy areas may persist. | Medium |
| Evening | 20 | -3 | Icy patches develop after dark. Slow on hills. | Medium-High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:13 AM Sunset 6:09 PM | Low visibility near tree lines at dusk. | Medium | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 4 | Moderate activity but viewing depends on cloud breaks. | Low-Medium |
🚗 Knik Goose Bay Road
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 28 | -1 | Snow likely. Watch icy shaded curves and intersections. | Medium |
| Afternoon | 28 | -1 | Mostly cloudy. Neighborhood roads may stay slick. | Medium |
| Evening | 20 | -3 | Refreeze likely on untreated stretches. | Medium-High |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 8:13 AM Sunset 6:09 PM | Use extra caution on rural connectors. | Medium | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 4 | Some chance if clouds thin out late. | Low-Medium |
👵 Memaw’s Parting Words
If you start sliding, that is not the moment to discover your inner NASCAR driver. That is the moment to breathe, give space and be patient. If you see someone riding your bumper, let them pass so they can go discover consequences somewhere else. 💖
💅 For those who run perpetually late: You are not late. You are dramatic. Leave earlier tomorrow.
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