Alaska extreme cold warnings
There are no extreme cold warnings in Alaska right now. The last one was issued on February 8, 2026.
Dangerously cold temperatures or wind chills can cause frostbite on exposed skin in minutes.
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Active extreme cold warnings in Alaska
None right now. Other active alerts in Alaska: 16 (see the Alaska alerts page).
Extreme Cold Warnings in Alaska by year
Alaska averaged 6.2 extreme cold warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 6 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on February 8, 2026.
Counties with the most extreme cold warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Petersburg Borough | 1 |
What a extreme cold warning means
An extreme cold warning (formerly the wind chill warning) is issued when air temperatures or wind chills are cold enough to be life threatening. Frostbite and hypothermia can develop quickly, and pipes, car batteries and livestock are also at risk.
More about extreme cold warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Limit time outside and cover all exposed skin.
- Check on people experiencing homelessness, older adults and pets.
- Let faucets drip to keep pipes from freezing.