Alaska issues state’s first-ever heat advisory

Published June 16, 2025 10:42am ET



Alaska issued its first-ever heat warning over the weekend as temperatures were forecast to reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit in Fairbanks.

The warning is not necessarily reflective of unprecedented high temperatures, although 85 is far above the average June temperatures for the state. It’s more reflective of a change in policy from the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service recently began allowing Alaska to issue heat advisories there, whereas notices of similarly warm weather conditions previously were issued via “special weather statements.”

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.