Blizzard — Yukon Delta, Alaska

2021-12-22 to 2021-12-23 · Yukon Delta, Alaska

Event narrative

A peak gust of 52 mph (44 KT) at the Cape Romanzof AWOS.

Wider weather episode

A strong strong pressure gradient produced blizzard conditions and strong winds to the Bering Strait.

Zone 213: Blizzard conditions and one quarter mile visibility reported at the Tin City AWOS. Peak wind of 36 kt (41 mph).

Zone 214: Blizzard conditions and one quarter mile visibility reported at the Cape Romanzof AWOS. Peak wind of 31 kt (35 mph).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1003591. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.