North Slope Borough (Wainwright)
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North Slope Borough weather today
Friday, October 30th, 2026
-2°
Overcast
Feels like -8° · Low -7°
North Slope Borough can expect a bitterly cold day Today, with temperatures not exceeding the freezing point. It'll be quite breezy in North Slope Borough Today with average wind speeds of 21.6 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 62%, but with light accumulations around 0.43 mm. In addition, Snowfall is highly probable at 77%, but light with around 0.28 cm expected. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
-2° / -7°
Temp
0.3 cm
Snow
22 km/h
Wind
93%
Humidity
North Slope Borough Weather Pages
North Slope Borough hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | -6.6° | -4.2° | -5.7° | -5.5° | -4.1° | -5.4° | -5.6° | -4° | -5.2° | -5.3° | -3.6° | -5.1° | Sunrise | -4.7° | -2.6° | -3.9° | -3.6° | -2.1° | -3.8° | Sunset | -4° | -3° | -5.6° | -5.2° | -4.5° | -6.7° | |
| Feels like | -9.9° | -7.6° | -9.1° | -9.1° | -8.6° | -9.6° | -10.2° | -8.8° | -10° | -10.3° | -9.1° | -10.6° | -10.2° | -8.5° | -9.4° | -9.2° | -8.2° | -9.8° | -9.8° | -7.8° | -10.2° | -10.1° | -8.4° | -10.2° | |||
| wind speed | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 20 km/h | 16 km/h | 17 km/h | 22 km/h | 18 km/h | 17 km/h | 13 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 152° | 159° | 141° | 120° | 112° | 91° | 89° | 83° | 85° | 73° | 68° | 62° | 71° | 68° | 62° | 61° | 70° | 66° | 70° | 85° | 59° | 70° | 86° | 78° | |||
| wind direction | SSE | SSE | SE | ESE | ESE | E | E | E | E | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | E | ENE | ENE | E | ENE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 39% | 30% | 39% | 38% | 32% | 32% | 32% | 32% | 32% | 32% | 35% | 32% | 32% | 56% | 34% | 31% | 34% | 31% | 31% | 32% | 39% | 39% | 34% | 44% | |||
| chance for snow | 50% | 45% | 49% | 49% | 47% | 48% | 48% | 46% | 48% | 48% | 55% | 47% | 47% | 71% | 51% | 45% | 51% | 45% | 46% | 44% | 49% | 49% | 43% | 50% | |||
| humidity | 96% | 91% | 96% | 95% | 93% | 94% | 93% | 91% | 94% | 93% | 90% | 93% | 92% | 91% | 92% | 90% | 90% | 91% | 92% | 92% | 96% | 96% | 95% | 97% | |||
| dew point | -7.2° | -5.5° | -6.3° | -6.2° | -5.1° | -6.3° | -6.5° | -5.2° | -6.1° | -6.2° | -4.9° | -5.5° | -5.7° | -3.9° | -5° | -5° | -3.6° | -5° | -5.1° | -4.1° | -6.2° | -5.8° | -5.2° | -7.1° | |||
| visibility | 2 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 0 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 97% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 98% | 100% | 96% | 100% | 100% | 81% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Weather in North Slope Borough today
The weather in North Slope Borough today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of -2 °C, compared to an average of -7 °C for October 30th in recent years.
temperatures
-2 °C
rain
0.4 mm
wind
22 km/h
snow
0.3 cm
Northern lights forecast - North Slope Borough
North Slope Borough – Current Kp index: 0.7 · Tonight's chance: Low · Tomorrow night: Low · OVATION: 5%
Tonight
Viewing chanceLowCloud cover 96%
Viewing chance - next nights
TonightLow4.796%
Tomorrow nightLow4.786%
SundayLow0.786%
Night18:57 – 09:54
Moon phase77%Waning Gibbous
Overhead probability (OVATION)5%
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North Slope Borough daylight overview
Today in North Slope Borough, the sun rises at 11:08 and sets at 17:39, giving a total daylight duration of 6 hours and 31 minutes.
Daytime
Day length6h 31m▼ 10m 22s
Solar noon2:23 PM
Night
Waning GibbousIllumination 77%
MoonriseNone today
MoonsetNone today
North Slope Borough: Sun reaches 5.7° above the horizon at midday.
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What to wear today in North Slope Borough? clothing recommendations
Stay comfortably stylish - your tailored guide for today's North Slope Borough forecast.
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Sweater/Fleece
Insulated jacket
Warm pants
Warm boots
Beanie
Gloves/Mitten
Scarf
Thick socks
Umbrella
The weather today in North Slope Borough - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in North Slope Borough?
The maximum temperature for today in North Slope Borough is expected to be -2° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in North Slope Borough?
Yes, there is a 77% chance of snow in North Slope Borough today, with an expected snowfall of 0.3 cm. Prepare for snowy conditions and consider winter gear if you plan to be outdoors.
Will it rain today in North Slope Borough?
Yes, there is a 62% chance of rain in North Slope Borough today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in North Slope Borough?
The wind in North Slope Borough is expected to blow at 22 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in North Slope Borough today?
Given the forecast of -2 °C with a 62% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in North Slope Borough today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for North Slope Borough today?
The sun is expected to rise at 11:08 and set at 17:39 in North Slope Borough.
How accurate is the weather forecast for North Slope Borough today?
North Slope Borough weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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