Severe Center
SW California Warnings, Watches, And Advisories Winter Storm Watch
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 10:00 PM AKDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 4:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON
What:
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 4 and 8 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45
mph.
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 4 and 8 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45
mph.
Where:
Lower Yukon River and Yukon Delta Coast.
Lower Yukon River and Yukon Delta Coast.
When:
From Tuesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
From Tuesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instructions:
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Areas Impacted:
Yukon Delta Coast
Lower Yukon River
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 4:00 AM AKDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 10:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED
What:
For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard
conditions possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3
inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, blowing snow. Winds
gusting as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard
conditions possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3
inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph.
Where:
Bering Strait Coast and Diomede.
Bering Strait Coast and Diomede.
When:
From late Tuesday night through Thursday evening.
From late Tuesday night through Thursday evening.
Impacts:
For the Winter Weather Advisory, travel could be
difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility to 1/2 mile or less at times. For the Winter Storm
Watch, travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, travel could be
difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce
visibility to 1/2 mile or less at times. For the Winter Storm
Watch, travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could
significantly reduce visibility.
Additional Details:
Northeast winds shift more northerly Sunday
morning. Little to no additional falling snow is expected.
Northeast winds shift more northerly Sunday
morning. Little to no additional falling snow is expected.
Instructions:
Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. Monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Use caution while traveling, especially in open areas. Monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Areas Impacted:
Shishmaref
Bering Strait Coast
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 4:00 AM AKDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 10:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING
What:
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 3 and 5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50
mph.
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 3 and 5 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 50
mph.
Where:
Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills, Interior Seward
Peninsula, and Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.
Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills, Interior Seward
Peninsula, and Southern Seward Peninsula Coast.
When:
From late Tuesday night through Thursday evening.
From late Tuesday night through Thursday evening.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instructions:
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Areas Impacted:
Southern Seward Peninsula Coast
Interior Seward Peninsula
Eastern Norton Sound and Nulato Hills
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 10:00 AM AKDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 10:00 PM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING
What:
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 1 and 3 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45
mph.
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 1 and 3 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45
mph.
Where:
Baldwin Peninsula, Lower Kobuk Valley, and Northern Seward
Peninsula.
Baldwin Peninsula, Lower Kobuk Valley, and Northern Seward
Peninsula.
When:
From Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.
From Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instructions:
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Areas Impacted:
Lower Kobuk Valley
Baldwin Peninsula
Northern Seward Peninsula
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 4:00 AM AKDT – Friday, Apr 24 2026 4:00 AM AKDT
Issued by NWS Fairbanks AK
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT
What:
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 8 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60
mph.
Blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations
between 8 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 60
mph.
Where:
St Lawrence Island.
St Lawrence Island.
When:
From late Tuesday night through late Thursday night.
From late Tuesday night through late Thursday night.
Impacts:
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility.
Instructions:
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Areas Impacted:
St Lawrence Island
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 6:00 PM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 6:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Great Falls MT
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY EVENING THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON
What:
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
10 inches, with isolated higher amounts possible. Winds could gust
as high as 50 mph.
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
10 inches, with isolated higher amounts possible. Winds could gust
as high as 50 mph.
Where:
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Little Belt and
Highwood Mountains, and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and
Centennial Mountains.
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains, Little Belt and
Highwood Mountains, and Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and
Centennial Mountains.
When:
From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
From Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon.
Impacts:
Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if
traveling through mountain passes. Strong winds could cause tree
or power line damage.
Tire chains may be required for some vehicles if
traveling through mountain passes. Strong winds could cause tree
or power line damage.
Instructions:
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch
period.
To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch
period.
To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Areas Impacted:
Little Belt and Highwood Mountains
Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains
Gallatin and Madison County Mountains and Centennial Mountains
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Thursday, Apr 23 2026 12:00 AM MDT – Thursday, Apr 23 2026 6:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Great Falls MT
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON
What:
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8
inches, with isolated higher amounts possible. Winds could gust as
high as 55 mph.
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 8
inches, with isolated higher amounts possible. Winds could gust as
high as 55 mph.
Where:
Snowy and Judith Mountains, Fergus County below 4500ft,
and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap.
Snowy and Judith Mountains, Fergus County below 4500ft,
and Judith Basin County and Judith Gap.
When:
From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon.
From late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon.
Impacts:
Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could
cause tree or power line damage.
Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could
cause tree or power line damage.
Instructions:
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch
period.
To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Remember, a Winter Storm Watch means that there is at least a 50%
chance of impactful winter weather conditions during the watch
period.
To see a graphical representation of the degree of stress on young
livestock please visit our webpage and select Local Programs then
Cold Air Advisory for Newborn Livestock.
Areas Impacted:
Judith Basin County and Judith Gap
Fergus County below 4500ft
Snowy and Judith Mountains
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 5:00 AM – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 5:00 PM
Issued by NWS Reno NV
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
The Winter Storm Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Reno NV on this developing situation.
Instructions:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Areas Impacted:
Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Greater Lake Tahoe Area
Winter Storm Watch
In effect:
Tuesday, Apr 21 2026 5:00 AM – Wednesday, Apr 22 2026 5:00 PM
Issued by NWS Reno NV
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TUESDAY TO 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
The Winter Storm Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Reno NV on this developing situation.
Instructions:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Areas Impacted:
Mono