What is today's weather forecast for Chicken, AK?

Today's forecast for Chicken shows a low of -39 degrees Fahrenheit. Partly cloudy, with a low around -39.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Chicken, AK?

The 7-day forecast for Chicken shows highs from -35 to -25 degrees and lows from -41 to -38 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Chicken, AK this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Chicken this week. Precipitation chances: Thursday (20% chance), Friday (20% chance), Monday (50% chance), Tuesday (50% chance).

How accurate is the Chicken weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Chicken forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Chicken, AK Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

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Report from a weather station 0 mi. of central Chicken
at 3:00 PM Wed, Dec 31, 1969

Point Forecast at a Glance

TueDec 16

-39

WedDec 17

-29

-40

ThuDec 18

-33

-41

FriDec 19

20%

-29

-38

SatDec 20

-26

-38

SunDec 21

-35

-38

MonDec 22

-32

-40

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7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from -35°F to -26°F. Some snow possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 23°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around -7°F with lows around -23°F.

This Date in Weather History

1811 - An estimated Magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck the Mississippi Valley near the town of New Madrid in Missouri at 2:15 am local time. People were awakened by the shaking in New York City, Washington D.C., and Charleston, South Carolina. The ground motions were described as most alarming and frightening in places like Nashville, Tennessee, and Louisville, Kentucky. In the epicentral area, the ground surface was described as in great convulsion with sand and water ejected tens of feet into the air.

Chicken, AK 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Tuesday Dec 16

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -39. Calm wind.

Wednesday Dec 17

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near -29. Calm wind.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -40. Calm wind.

Thursday Dec 18

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near -33. Wind chill values as low as -40. Calm wind.

Night: A 20 percent chance of snow after 3am. Partly cloudy, with a low around -41. Calm wind.

Friday Dec 19

Day: A 20 percent chance of snow before 9am. Partly sunny, with a high near -29.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -38.

Saturday Dec 20

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near -26.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -38.

Sunday Dec 21

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near -35.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -38.

Monday Dec 22

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near -32.

Night: A slight chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around -40.

Tuesday Dec 23

Day: A slight chance of snow. Partly sunny, with a high near -25.

About Chicken, AK

Chicken is a tiny unincorporated village in Southeast Fairbanks Census Area, Alaska. A community founded on gold mining, it is one of the few surviving gold-rush towns in Alaska. The population was 12 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 7 in 2010. However, usually year round, there are 17 inhabitants. Due to mining, Chicken's population peaks during the summer. It has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names. Chicken has a cafe with gas station, a small hotel, an RV park, a small general store and a saloon.

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