Winter Storm — Cape Fairweather To Lisianski Strait, Alaska

2024-02-27 to 2024-02-28 · Cape Fairweather To Lisianski Strait, Alaska

Event narrative

The Pelican COOP measured 2.4 inches of snow by 8am on the 27th and another 8.1 inches by the following morning. Based on other communities nearby, greatest snowfall rates were likely during the day on the 27th.

Wider weather episode

A slow moving system with cold air in place brought widespread snowfall across the panhandle. Blowing snow with reduced visibility and heavy rates were observed followed by post-frontal snow showers.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1165225. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.