Station 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

Nearby Water Temperatures

Wind Advisory issued January 11 at 7:16PM EST until January 12 at 12:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 7:16 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, central, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...Until midnight EST tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds will be along the ridges with slightly lower values in the valleys.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Special Weather Statement issued January 11 at 2:36PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 2:36 PM
Expires: Sun January 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

Bursts of snow will continue to move over the area through 10 PM. Brief moderate to heavy rates are possible, which could provide quick accumulations of a coating to an inch and reduce visibility to less than one half mile. By the time snow ends early Monday morning, some localized totals of 2 to 3 inches are possible. If you are traveling and encounter adverse winter driving conditions, reduce speed and make sure headlights are on.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 11 at 7:15PM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 7:15 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities will drop below one-quarter mile at times due to falling and blowing snow. Near whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Gusty winds could bring down large tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The greatest concern for near-blizzard conditions is expected with squalls along the cold front late morning into early afternoon, as well as a secondary round of upslope snow showers/squalls late afternoon into late evening.

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. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 11 at 12:35PM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 12:35 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 2-4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Preston and Eastern Tucker Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few heavier snow showers or squalls could also result in reduced visibility again this afternoon.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. Please report snow or ice accumulations by calling 412-262-1988, posting to the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using X @NWSPittsburgh.

Wind Advisory issued January 11 at 11:05AM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 11:05 AM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Tucker County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Secure outdoor objects. Please report downed trees, power lines or large branches by calling 412-262-1988, posting to the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using X @NWSPittsburgh.

Wind Advisory issued January 11 at 7:09AM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 7:09 AM
Expires: Sun January 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest winds will be on the ridge tops. Snow showers will also be occurring while the wind is strong. That will mean blowing snow and lowered visibilities at times.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 11 at 7:06AM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 7:06 AM
Expires: Sun January 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow is expected, and squalls are possible. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches on the ridges, with generally lower amounts expected in the valleys. Winds gusts in excess of 40 mph are expected as well, and could result in blowing snow and reduced visibilities. * WHERE...Somerset County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions and poor visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow squalls are most possible before noon. The bulk of the snow will fall from early afternoon through early evening, but some lighter snow will linger through midnight.

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.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 11 at 3:35PM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches, highest on ridge tops. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Somerset County. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Strong winds could cause tree damage.

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.

Wind Advisory issued January 11 at 3:35PM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Bedford, Blair, Cambria, and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest winds will be on the ridge tops. Snow showers will also be occurring while the wind is strong. That will mean blowing snow and lowered visibilities at times.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 11 at 12:35PM EST until January 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Effective: Sun January 11, 2026, 12:35 PM
Expires: Mon January 12, 2026, 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Higher Elevations of Fayette and Westmoreland Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few heavier snow showers or squalls could also result in reduced visibility again this afternoon.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. Please report snow or ice accumulations by calling 412-262-1988, posting to the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using X @NWSPittsburgh.