Water Temperature of the Gauley River in Belva, WV
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:15 AM EST
Temperature Locations
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Local Points of Interest
Jodie, WV; Swiss, WVStation Name: GAULEY RIVER BELOW RICH CREEK AT JODIE, WV
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov
Elevation Above Sea Level: 689 feet
Nearest Address:
143 Riverfront Dr
Belva, WV 26690
Nicholas County
GPS Coordinates: 38.2267611, -81.1531556
Nearby Water Temperatures
Kanawha River, Kanawha Falls, WV (7 mi)New River, Thurmond, WV (19.2 mi)
Gauley River, Craigsville, WV (28.1 mi)
Cranberry River, Richwood, WV (34.3 mi)
Coal River, Tornado, WV (38.1 mi)
New River, Hinton, WV (41 mi)
Elk River, Webster Springs, WV (44.1 mi)
Greenbrier River, Alderson, WV (44.5 mi)
Bluestone National Scenic River, Pipestem, WV (47.8 mi)
West Fork River, Walkersville, WV (58.1 mi)
Little Kanawha River, Elizabeth, WV (58.9 mi)
Knapp Creek, Huntersville, WV (61.1 mi)
West Fork River, Weston, WV (65.1 mi)
Little Stony Creek, Pembroke, VA (67.6 mi)
Little Stony Creek, Pembroke, VA (67.8 mi)
Weather for Belva, West Virginia
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Fri
H: 32°F
L: 23°F

Sat
H: 18°F
L: 2°F

Sun
H: 28°F
L: 8°F

Mon
H: 40°F
L: 14°F

Tue
H: 50°F
L: 28°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.85 μg/m3
Ozone: 63 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:53 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 29 mins
Moon Transit: 4:00 AM
Moonset: 9:40 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:30 AM - 6:00 AM5:03 PM - 7:33 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 7:03AM EST until February 7 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 7:03 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 3:15 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 6 at 2:37AM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 2:37 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 11:00 AM
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches, with locally higher amounts possible along the higher windward slopes. Northwest winds gusting to 45 to 55 mph in the highest elevations. * WHERE...Portions of northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 6 at 10:44AM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 10:44 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 8:00 PM
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 2:37AM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 2:37 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 11:00 AM
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and central, northeast, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.
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 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. 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. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 7:03AM EST until February 7 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV
Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 7:03 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 3:15 PM
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 8 below expected. * WHERE...Clay, Boone, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, McDowell, and Putnam Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.63 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.09 μg/m3
Ozone: 62.88 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:53 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 29 mins
Moon Transit: 4:00 AM
Moonset: 9:40 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
3:30 AM - 6:00 AM5:03 PM - 7:33 PM
Minor Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM9:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.53 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.59 μg/m3
Ozone: 77.12 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:54 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 31 mins
Moon Transit: 4:41 AM
Moonset: 10:04 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 63.7%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:11 AM - 6:41 AM5:46 PM - 8:16 PM
Minor Periods
9:34 AM - 11:04 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.13 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.24 μg/m3
Ozone: 80.2 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:55 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 33 mins
Moon Transit: 5:25 AM
Moonset: 10:30 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 52.5%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
4:55 AM - 7:25 AM6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Minor Periods
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 11.49 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.89 μg/m3
Ozone: 79.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:56 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 35 mins
Moon Transit: 6:10 AM
Moonset: 11:00 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 41.2%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
5:40 AM - 8:10 AM7:17 PM - 9:47 PM
Minor Periods
10:30 AM - 12:00 AM12:45 AM - 2:15 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 12.97 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.67 μg/m3
Ozone: 81.92 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:38 AM
Sunset: 5:58 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 37 mins
Moon Transit: 6:58 AM
Moonset: 11:35 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 30.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
6:28 AM - 8:58 AM8:06 PM - 10:36 PM
Minor Periods
11:05 AM - 12:35 AM1:47 AM - 3:17 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
