Early Spring Heat Wave in the Southwest U.S.; Critical Fire Weather in the Central Rockies and Plains

An unusual early Spring heat wave will continue much above-normal temperatures over the Southwest U.S. through early next week. Many locations are likely to set records for the highest-ever March temperature. Periods of critical fire weather will persist from the central Rockies to the central Plains through Saturday as gusty winds and low relative humidity continue. Read More >

Last Update: 345 AM AKDT Thu Mar 19 2026

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Fairbanks, AK Local Forecast Office

Marine Zone Forecast


Today
NW winds 15 kt.
Tonight
W winds 10 kt.
Fri
W winds 15 kt.
Fri Night
NW winds 15 kt. Seas 3 ft. Heavy freezing spray.
Sat
W winds 10 kt. Seas 2 ft.
Sat Night
S winds 10 kt. Seas 2 ft.
Sun
SW winds 10 kt. Seas 1 foot.
Mon
E winds 5 kt. Seas 1 foot.



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345 AM AKDT Thu Mar 19 2026
 
 

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