When the roads look slick and the clouds don’t quit, roll out smart, Mat-Su & Kenai-Peninsula folks.
By Gina Hill | Alaska Headline Living | November 2025
🌨️ Weather Snapshot
- Right now across the Southcentral Alaska region it’s cloudy and around 34 °F (1 °C). National Weather Service+1
- This morning: Rain expected around 5 am with temps creeping up to ~35–40 °F (2–4 °C). National Weather Service
- Mid-day: It stays cloudy, then later in the day we’re looking at a chance of snow or flurries, especially after 3 pm. New snow accumulation may be small but slippery conditions possible. National Weather Service+1
- Important alert: The National Weather Service says expect slick road conditions across much of Southcentral Alaska this afternoon through tonight. Weather.gov
- Also noted: A low pressure system is bringing a “wintry mix” of precipitation (rain, freezing rain, maybe snow) ahead of warming air, so conditions could change fast. National Weather Service+1
🚗 Traffic & Road Conditions Overview
- The state’s traveler info site Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (via the 511 Alaska system) shows no major alerts this morning for highway closures or major incidents and that’s good news! Alaska 511+1
- Still: “no alerts” doesn’t mean roads are perfect. Given the weather forecast, conditions may degrade through the day.
- The 511 site reminds drivers to check for real-time updates and live camera views on their route. Alaska 511
🛣️ Highway-Specific Notes (Memaw’s reminders)
Here are a few things to keep in mind as you roll down the highways this morning:
The Parks Highway is shaping up to be a sneaky one this morning. With freezing temperatures sitting on top of wet pavement, that “rain-turning-to-snow” mix is prime black-ice territory, especially on shaded stretches and bridge decks.
Over on the Glenn Highway, conditions are running a similar pattern. Any spot with an elevation change or a noticeable grade may turn slick without much warning, so easing off the accelerator a touch is the wiser move today.
The Seward Highway is doing its usual coastal-mountain mood swings — rain early, snow flirting with the forecast later on. That shift could throw both visibility and traction for a loop, so expect the kind of driving where you really want both hands on the wheel.
And for the Sterling Highway down on the Kenai, the flow looks normal for now, but the mix of wet roads and the possibility of snow rolling in later means it’s one of those “keep an eye on the radar” days. If you’re headed toward Soldotna or Homer, just plan on a little extra caution.
✅ “Memaw’s Smart Commute Checklist”
- Give yourself extra time. Arriving a bit early beats sliding into trouble.
- Keep speeds moderate. On slick roads, your stopping distance doubles or more.
- Use your headlights even if it’s just cloudy. It helps others see you.
- Avoid sudden moves. Gentle on the brakes, gentle on the steering.
- Stay updated. Check 511 Alaska and the NWS for any last-minute changes.
- If you see freezing rain or heavy sleet building up, consider postponing non-essential trips until conditions improve.
💅 So, my darlings, it’s a typical “Alaska winter-blending-into-spring” kind of morning: rain, clouds, maybe snow later. The highways are clear right now, but the weather could whisper “surprise” as you commute. Take it slow, stay alert, and you’ll roll into your Friday feeling wise (and warm!). 🧣
