How does NOAA issue severe storm watches for Ketchikan?

The National Weather Service (NWS) monitors atmospheric instability across Alaska. When convective storms, tornado potential, or flash floods are detected, automated NOAA advisories are immediately broadcasted.

What are the best outdoor weather hours in Ketchikan today?

Check the 24-hour hourly trend chart above to identify windows of minimal rain probability, low UV index periods, and mild temperatures.

Moderate NOAA AlertExpires: Sep 22, 10:00 PM

Wind Advisory — Ketchikan Gateway Borough; Annette Island

Wind Advisory issued September 22 at 7:50AM AKDT until September 22 at 2:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK

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Ketchikan, AK

Drizzle•体感温度 45°F-3° wind chill

52°F/46°F

12 mph 122°

98%湿度

50°F

National Weather Service High-Resolution Rapid Refresh (HRRR)

更新时间: 01:00 AM (America/Sitka)

Daily Meteorological Briefing

Ketchikan, AK

Synthesized forecast and practical day-planning insights

NOAA HRRR Stream

Periodic rain showers and wet ground are observed across Ketchikan, AK today.

Current temperature is 50°F (feels like 45°F), with daytime highs reaching 52°F and overnight lows around 46°F. Humidity is at 98%, with atmospheric pressure steady at 1007.2 hPa.

Keep an umbrella handy if heading outdoors and expect minor roadway spray.

Daily Range

Δ 4° Variation

Rain Likelihood

Active Showers

Solar Exposure

UV 0.5 • Moderate

24-Hour Temperature & Rain Outlook

Hourly temperature progression and precipitation probability

Temp (°F) Rain (%)

逐小时预报

Next 16 Hours

Now

48°F

22%

1 AM

47°F

27%

2 AM

48°F

43%

3 AM

48°F

66%

4 AM

48°F

84%

5 AM

48°F

93%

6 AM

49°F

97%

7 AM

49°F

100%

8 AM

49°F

100%

9 AM

50°F

100%

10 AM

50°F

100%

11 AM

50°F

100%

12 PM

50°F

100%

1 PM

51°F

100%

2 PM

52°F

100%

3 PM

51°F

100%

10天天气预报

Extended 10-day meteorological outlook

10-Day Range

Today

Sep 22

100%

46°F

52°F

Wed

Sep 23

100%

47°F

51°F

Thu

Sep 24

100%

45°F

55°F

Fri

Sep 25

41°F

60°F

Sat

Sep 26

43%

44°F

55°F

Sun

Sep 27

73%

43°F

52°F

Mon

Sep 28

90%

47°F

51°F

Tue

Sep 29

92%

46°F

51°F

Wed

Sep 30

77%

44°F

47°F

Thu

Oct 1

69%

39°F

47°F

Weather Details & Observations

Real-time atmospheric measurements and environmental indicators

Live Feed

紫外线指数Low

0.5 / 11+

No protection neededPeak 0.55

风向与风速122°

12 mph

Wind Gusts:35 mph

Conditions:Breezy

Sun CycleDaylight

Sunrise06:32 AM

Sunset06:44 PM

Solar Noon:12:54 PM

湿度Humid

98%

露点:49°F

气压Steady

29.74 inHg

Trend:Stable (+0.1 hPa)

能见度Clear

1.8 mi

Haze:Minimal

Air Quality Index (AQI)Good

31US EPA Standard

Air quality is ideal for outdoor activities.

PM2.51 µg

OZONE70 µg

PM102 µg

Daily Lifestyle & Activity Index

Practical recommendations tailored to current local conditions

Outdoor SportsGood

Pleasant conditions for light outdoor activities.

Car WashNot Advised

Precipitation expected in the forecast over the next 24 hours.

Pollen & AllergyLow Risk

Pollen counts remain in the comfortable range.

Driving SafetyHazardous

Reduced sightlines or slippery asphalt expected.

Sun & Moon • Celestial Dynamics

Solar orbital arc trajectory and lunar cycle visibility

Astronomy Telemetry

Solar Day TrackDaylight Arc

Sunrise10:32 PM

Daylight ~13h

Sunset10:44 AM

Lunar Phase & StargazingNight Sky

Waxing Gibbous

80% Illumination

Stargazing condition: Optimal Visibility

Next Full Moon in ~5 daysTidal Currents Normal

常见天气问答 - Ketchikan, Alaska

The current weather in Ketchikan is around 50°F. Forecast models from NOAA and high-resolution satellite imagery provide 10-day trends and real-time precipitation radars updated every 15 minutes.

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