Station Name: SALMON R AT GUSTAVUS AK
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 98 feet

Nearest Address:
Gustavus, AK 99826
Unorganized Borough County

GPS Coordinates: 58.44465728, -135.7418302

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 9:03PM AKST until December 28 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 9:03 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 5:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 19 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Haines Borough and Klukwan, Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...From 3 AM Saturday to 3 AM AKST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy snow moves into the area into Saturday morning, with the heaviest rates expected between late morning and Saturday evening. The heavy snow will last longer for Juneau northward to Haines as the wave moves northeastward. Snow amounts begin to diminish by morning for Icy Strait Corridor, while Haines will continue to see heavier snowfall lasting into the morning. 24 hour snow accumulations for Saturday are expected to be between 12 and 16 inches for Gustavus and Hoonah, between 16 and 20 inches for Juneau, and between 12 and 16 inches for Haines. Up to 1 inch per hour rates are possible during the late morning hours at the heaviest of snowfall. Snow will start as lighter and less dense, becoming wetter and heavier into the evening hours through Sunday morning as warmer air moves in.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 25 at 9:03PM AKST until December 27 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 9:03 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 5:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka, Admiralty Island and Annette Island. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The snow is expected to be the heaviest during the morning hours and with the snow becoming more wet and heavy as time goes on before transitioning to rain.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 9:03PM AKST until December 27 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 9:03 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 5:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 17 to 21 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Yakutat and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From midnight Friday night to 9 PM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The oncoming system late Friday night will bring heavy snowfall across the NE coastline down to Cross Sound, with the heaviest rates being expected to start early Saturday morning, with near 1 inch per hour rates in the morning and lasting into midday, with possibility of seeing over 1 inch per hour at the heaviest period of snowfall. Confidence has increased on these areas seeing above 18 inches of snow accumulation in 24 hours Saturday.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Hydrologic Outlook issued December 25 at 3:59PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 3:59 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 4:00 PM

ESFAJK Southeast Alaska will experience a period of heavy snow before transitioning to heavy rain. An atmospheric river is expected to bring a prolonged period of moisture to the panhandle starting Saturday that will start as snow before transitioning to rain. For information on the expected snowfall amounts, please refer to the Winter Storm Products. The heaviest period of rain is expected to be from Sunday afternoon into Monday before rainfall diminishes. Snow levels are expected to start to rise Saturday evening from sea level up to around 6,000 to 7,000 ft in the southern panhandle from Angoon and Kake southward. Along with snow level, temperatures are expected to warm up to the mid 40s to low 50s. 24 hour rainfall amounts look to peak at around 2-4 inches of rain during the day on Monday before diminishing headed into Tuesday. For the Icy Strait corridor area, snow levels are expected to rise to around 3,000 to 4,000 ft starting early Sunday morning. Temperatures are also expected to warm into the mid 30s to low 40s during this time. Current expected rainfall amounts for the Icy Strait corridor look to be around 1-2 inches Monday during the day. Current concerns will be increased snow melt with the warming temperatures as well as rain on snow during this time. There is the potential for ponding on roadways due to poor drainage and small streams to rise over the southern areas on Sunday. Now is the time to clear snow and ice around storm sewer drains. Freezing levels are expected to drop Monday afternoon into Tuesday at the same time as the heaviest rain will be exiting the area. Stay tuned to the latest forecast updates on this evolving event by visiting weather.gov/juneau.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 11:46PM AKST until December 27 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 11:46 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 17 to 21 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Yakutat and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From midnight Friday night to 9 PM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The oncoming system late Friday night will bring heavy snowfall across the NE coastline down to Cross Sound, with the heaviest rates being expected to start early Saturday morning, with near 1 inch per hour rates in the morning and lasting into midday, with possibility of seeing over 1 inch per hour at the heaviest period of snowfall. Confidence has increased on these areas seeing above 18 inches of snow accumulation in 24 hours Saturday.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 25 at 11:46PM AKST until December 27 at 9:00PM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 11:46 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...City and Borough of Sitka, Admiralty Island and Annette Island. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 9 PM AKST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and is discouraged. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The snow is expected to be the heaviest during the morning hours and with the snow becoming more wet and heavy as time goes on before transitioning to rain.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 11:46PM AKST until December 28 at 3:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK

Effective: Thu December 25, 2025, 11:46 PM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:15 AM

...HEAVY SNOW EXPECTED FOR THE PANHANDLE STARTING FRIDAY NIGHT... .A large system moving in from the southwest Friday night will bring the next round of substantial snowfall across the panhandle this weekend. This first warm front moving through will push over the area late Friday night into Saturday from W to E, followed quickly by another surge of moisture and warmth that will continue the precipitation into Sunday. The warm front Friday night through Saturday will bring heavy snowfall across the panhandle through the morning hours, lasting through Sunday for the northern panhandle, while the southern panhandle will begin to see a transition to rain as warm air pushes in through Saturday. Some uncertainty remains regarding the exact snowfall amounts and the precise timing of the transition to rain, however many areas are expected to see over 12 inches in 24 hours Saturday. There is also some concern that the warm air may get into the far northern areas by Sunday evening which we are watching closely. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 19 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Haines Borough and Klukwan, Glacier Bay, Eastern Chichagof Island and City and Borough of Juneau. * WHEN...From 3 AM Saturday to 3 AM AKST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult and is discouraged unless it is an emergency. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy snow moves into the area into Saturday morning, with the heaviest rates expected between late morning and Saturday evening. The heavy snow will last longer for Juneau northward to Haines as the wave moves northeastward. Snow amounts begin to diminish by morning for Icy Strait Corridor, while Haines will continue to see heavier snowfall lasting into the morning. 24 hour snow accumulations for Saturday are expected to be between 12 and 16 inches for Gustavus and Hoonah, between 16 and 20 inches for Juneau, and between 12 and 16 inches for Haines. Up to 1 inch per hour rates are possible during the late morning hours at the heaviest of snowfall. Snow will start as lighter and less dense, becoming wetter and heavier into the evening hours through Sunday morning as warmer air moves in.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water with you in case of an emergency. People are urged to prepare their property before the onset of winter weather. For the latest road conditions, where available, call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.