Alaska � ZIP Code 99501
Anchorage, AK Snowfall & Snow Day Forecast
Live National Weather Service atmospheric projections, hourly accumulation tracking, and school snow day probabilities for Anchorage.
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Anchorage Winter Climate & Snowfall Profile
Anchorage students rarely miss school for snow unless snowfall exceeds 8-10 inches accompanied by freezing rain.
30-Year Average Snowfall
77.9 inches
NOAA 1991�2020 NormalsAll-Time Record Season
134.5 inches
2011-2012 WinterTypical Closure Trigger
~8" of snow
Estimated plow capacity thresholdPrimary Storm Type
Gulf of Alaska Moisture & Arctic Air
Subarctic Maritime