Alaska Climate Research Center

The Alaska State Climate Center
The Alaska State Climate Center
The Alaska State Climate Center
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Our departure maps are updated daily to show the difference between the current temperature and expected temperature, based on 30 years of previously values.

Arctic Sea Ice Extent: March 1, 2026

Arctic sea ice extent increased from 13.59 million km² on February 1 to 14.15 million km² on March 1, according to NSIDC data. This represents a 4.1% increase during February, slightly below the long-term February average growth rate of 4.3%. ...
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Meteorological Spring Has Begun — But Winter Still Has a Firm Grip on Fairbanks

March 1 marked the beginning of meteorological spring in Alaska. In Fairbanks, we are once again experiencing more than 10 hours of direct sunlight each day — a welcome milestone after the long Arctic winter. The sun climbs higher above the horizon, daylight is rapidly increasing, and there is a subtle but noticeable shift in ...
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