Old Man Winter isn’t ready to leave just yet: Black ice, bright glare, and a quiet aurora night ahead. Here’s what drivers on Southcentral roads should expect today.
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | March 2026
☕️ Well now, Southcentral Alaska woke up to one of those sparkling blue-sky Sundays that can fool a person into thinking winter has gone soft.
Don’t buy it, honey. Overnight cold kept the pavement firm, which means bridges, shady corners, and those winding highway curves may still have a slick little surprise waiting.
😎 By afternoon, sunshine should help soften things up a little. But March sun reflecting off fresh snow can blind you like a spotlight at a rock concert. So. Grab your coffee, drop that visor when you need it, and remember: Alaska roads behave best when drivers stay humble. 💅💖
🚙 Parks Highway
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🗓 When: Friday, March 27th at noon
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| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 10 | 0 | Watch shaded curves and bridge decks for leftover overnight ice. Sun glare increases quickly after sunrise. | Moderate |
| Afternoon | 22 | 12 | Sunshine may soften snow along shoulders and parking areas. Expect wet patches where melt begins. | Low to Moderate |
| Evening | 18 | 8 | Refreeze possible where meltwater crosses the roadway. | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 7:48 AM Sunset 7:41 PM | Late morning glare across open stretches north of Wasilla. | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 2 to 3; quiet geomagnetic activity with faint aurora possible low on the northern horizon. | Best viewing after midnight away from town lights. | Low |
🚙 Glenn Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 12 | 2 | Frost patches possible between Palmer and Anchorage. Bridges may still be slick early. | Moderate |
| Afternoon | 23 | 14 | Clear visibility but strong glare across open flats. | Low |
| Evening | 19 | 10 | Temperatures falling again. Refreezing likely on ramps and shaded shoulders. | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 7:48 AM Sunset 7:41 PM | Westbound drivers toward the Valley may face strong sunset glare. | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 2 to 3; activity below typical visibility levels for Anchorage. | Look north late if skies remain clear. | Low |
🚐 Seward Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 16 | 6 | Turnagain Arm winds may push light snow or loose powder across exposed lanes. | Moderate |
| Afternoon | 25 | 18 | Wet pavement possible along coastal sections as temperatures climb slightly. | Moderate |
| Evening | 22 | 15 | Damp areas may begin refreezing late evening. | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 7:48 AM Sunset 7:41 PM | Bright reflections off water and snow along Turnagain Arm. | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 2 to 3; quiet geomagnetic conditions with slim viewing chances. | Inland areas away from Anchorage lights have the best chance. | Low |
🚚 Sterling Highway
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 14 | 4 | Icy patches possible in shaded forest corridors and bridges. | Moderate |
| Afternoon | 24 | 16 | Slight warming could create slush along shoulders and parking areas. | Low to Moderate |
| Evening | 20 | 11 | Bridges and low spots may refreeze quickly after sunset. | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 7:48 AM Sunset 7:41 PM | Strong midday glare reflecting off snowfields. | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 2 to 3; quiet aurora night overall. | Dark rural skies offer the best chance to spot faint activity. | Low |
🚗 Knik Goose Bay Road
| Time of Day | Hi Temperatures (°F) | Lo Temperatures | Driving Tips | Road Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | 11 | 1 | Packed snow and frost likely in rural stretches. Watch curves and intersections. | Moderate |
| Afternoon | 22 | 14 | Sunshine may soften the snow surface slightly. | Low |
| Evening | 17 | 8 | Refreezing likely in shaded curves and neighborhood roads. | Moderate |
| Sunrise & Sunset | Sunrise 7:48 AM Sunset 7:41 PM | Glare across open flats mid-morning. | Moderate | |
| Aurora Forecast for Tonight | Kp 2 to 3; low aurora potential tonight. | Look north late if skies remain clear. | Low |
Memaw’s Parting Words
💖 Listen here, sugar.
A bright Alaska sky can make a road look friendly when it’s actually slicker than a buttered skillet underneath. Take the curves easy, leave yourself room to stop, and don’t rush a Sunday drive.
Spring may be flirting with us, but Old Man Winter is still sitting at the kitchen table finishing his coffee. ☕️
🎶 Old Man Winter loves to overstay his welcome in Alaska, but let’s see how long he sticks around after this little number… Now, here’s a tune to keep you safe on the roads: Drive Safe from Dawn to Night. 💅
Forecasts pulled from the National Weather Service, with road reality checks courtesy of Alaska DOT.
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