Water Temperature of the North Branch Potomac River in Barnum, WV
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:15 AM EST
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Local Points of Interest
Cross, WV; Keyser, WV; Swanton, MDStation Name: NORTH BRANCH POTOMAC RIVER AT BARNUM, WV
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,181 feet
Nearest Address:
Barnum Rd
Barnum, WV 26726
Mineral County
GPS Coordinates: 39.4451111, -79.1108056
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Weather for Barnum, West Virginia
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Fri
H: 32°F
L: 20°F

Sat
H: 11°F
L: -1°F

Sun
H: 21°F
L: -2°F

Mon
H: 35°F
L: 5°F

Tue
H: 50°F
L: 28°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 11.75 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.45 μg/m3
Ozone: 57 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:43 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 24 mins
Moon Transit: 3:51 AM
Moonset: 9:30 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:21 AM - 5:51 AM5:11 PM - 7:41 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 4:43AM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 4:43 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:45 PM
...NEAR BLIZZARD CONDITIONS EXPECTED LATE TONIGHT INTO EARLY SATURDAY... .A strong Arctic front will deliver heavy upslope snow showers and squalls, strong winds, and dangerously cold wind chills to the Alleghenies late tonight into the Saturday. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 to 60 mph will result in blowing and drifting snow. * WHERE...In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In Virginia, Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of heavy snow are likely at times Friday afternoon into Saturday morning, with snow squalls possible during this time. Blowing and drifting snow, along with heavy falling snow, could result in very low visibility.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 6 at 12:51PM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 20 to 40 degrees below zero expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Extreme Western Allegany Counties. In Virginia, Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge, and Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Grant, Western Mineral, and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from midnight tonight to 10 PM EST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause hypothermia and frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.
High Wind Warning issued February 6 at 12:51PM EST until February 7 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 20 to 40 degrees below zero expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Extreme Western Allegany Counties. In Virginia, Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge, and Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Grant, Western Mineral, and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from midnight tonight to 10 PM EST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause hypothermia and frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.
High Wind Warning issued February 6 at 12:51PM EST until February 7 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 20 degrees below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest and western Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will remain at or below zero during the day on Saturday due to windy conditions and cold temperatures.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 12:51PM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 12:51 PM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 10:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 20 degrees below zero expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest and western Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will remain at or below zero during the day on Saturday due to windy conditions and cold temperatures.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.26 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 7.77 μg/m3
Ozone: 66.76 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:43 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 24 mins
Moon Transit: 3:51 AM
Moonset: 9:30 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:21 AM - 5:51 AM5:11 PM - 7:41 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.36 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.24 μg/m3
Ozone: 73.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:44 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 4:33 AM
Moonset: 9:53 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 63.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:03 AM - 6:33 AM5:54 PM - 8:24 PM
Minor Periods
9:23 AM - 10:53 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.11 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.61 μg/m3
Ozone: 76.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:45 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 29 mins
Moon Transit: 5:16 AM
Moonset: 10:19 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 52.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:46 AM - 7:16 AM6:39 PM - 9:09 PM
Minor Periods
9:49 AM - 11:19 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.69 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 76.72 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:46 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 31 mins
Moon Transit: 6:02 AM
Moonset: 10:48 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 41.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:32 AM - 8:02 AM7:25 PM - 9:55 PM
Minor Periods
10:18 AM - 11:48 AM12:40 AM - 2:10 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 14.18 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.43 μg/m3
Ozone: 78.54 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:30 AM
Sunset: 5:47 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 33 mins
Moon Transit: 6:50 AM
Moonset: 11:23 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 30.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:20 AM - 8:50 AM8:14 PM - 10:44 PM
Minor Periods
10:53 AM - 12:23 AM1:43 AM - 3:13 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
