By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | December 2025
Memaw says this is one of those days where patience beats horsepower. Cold air has settled in across Southcentral Alaska, winds are still hanging around in the usual trouble spots, and light snow is possible in a few stretches. Nothing wild, but enough to catch you off guard if you rush it. Warm up the rig, scrape every window, and drive like the year depends on it, because honestly, it kinda does.
🚗 Parks Highway
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | 6°F to 10°F | Winds are lighter than this weekend but still noticeable in open areas. Light snow flurries are possible. Watch for slick pavement and shaded ice. |
| Afternoon | 16°F to 22°F | Mostly quiet weather but wind can kick up blowing snow in exposed stretches. Maintain safe following distance. |
| Evening | 10°F to 14°F | Temperatures drop and roads ice up fast. Patchy snow showers possible near higher elevations. Slow and steady wins this one. |
🛣️ Glenn Highway
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | 6°F to 10°F | Cold start with lingering gusts in open valleys. Expect frost and icy on ramps and bridges. |
| Afternoon | 16°F to 22°F | Winds ease some but can still move snow across lanes. Conditions improve but stay alert. |
| Evening | 10°F to 14°F | Refreezing likely after sunset. Gusty winds near passes can make steering tricky. |
🏔️ Seward Highway
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | 6°F to 10°F | Stronger north winds with scattered snow showers possible, especially near Turnagain Arm. Watch for blowing snow and reduced visibility. |
| Afternoon | 16°F to 22°F | Gusty winds continue with occasional snow showers. Drifting snow may collect along curves and shoulders. |
| Evening | 10°F to 14°F | Winds stay up and snow chances linger. Expect slick stretches and use caution through mountain sections. |
🛻 Sterling Highway – Homer
| Time of Day | Temperature | Driving Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | 6°F to 10°F | Breezy in open areas with a chance of light snow, especially closer to foothills. Watch for black ice. |
| Afternoon | 16°F to 22°F | Snow chances taper inland but leftover slick spots remain. Wind can still push snow across the roadway. |
| Evening | 10°F to 14°F | Cold and dark conditions return. Winds increase slightly and roads may glaze over. Ease off the gas and stay patient. |
Memaw’s Wrap Up
🚗 This is a decent driving day by Alaska standards, but it still demands respect. Winds and light snow can sneak up on you, especially after dark. Leave early, keep your headlights on, and remember that making it home safe beats ringing in the New Year in a ditch. Drive like someone loves you, sweetie. 🩷
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