Station Name: YOUGHIOGHENY RIVER AT FRIENDSVILLE, MD
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,519 feet

Nearest Address:
Confluence and Oakland Railroad
Friendsville, MD 21531
Garrett County

GPS Coordinates: 39.6536111, -79.4083056

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:33AM EST until January 15 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:33 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:45 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Western Garrett County. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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 14 at 1:11PM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:11 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches, with locally higher amounts along ridge tops. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions 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. Please report snow or ice accumulations by calling 412-262-1988, posting to the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using X @NWSPittsburgh.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 2:10AM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 2:10 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:15 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Cambria and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Rain will transition to snow this evening and continue through tonight before tapering to snow showers on Thursday. A blustery northwest wind will send temperatures plummeting below the freezing mark overnight into the mid teens by Thursday morning. Wind chill values Thursday morning will be in the negative single digits. Frequent snow showers will continue through Thursday afternoon with an additional minor accumulation likely.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission remind motorist to adjust speeds based on driving conditions as winter weather impacts Pennsylvania roadways. Visit www.511pa.com for the latest travel, roadways, and traffic conditions.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 1:11PM EST until January 15 at 5:00PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 1:11 PM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph across the highest elevations. * WHERE...Eastern Tucker County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions with periods of lower visibility. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions 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. Please report snow or ice accumulations by calling 412-262-1988, posting to the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using X @NWSPittsburgh.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:32AM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:32 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:45 PM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 16 below expected. * WHERE...Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 16 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 4:18AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 4:18 AM
Expires: Wed January 14, 2026, 2:30 PM

Snow showers are expected this evening and into Thursday at times, with up three inches possible across the higher elevations. Heavier snow showers could produce sudden visibility reductions. Additionally, gusty winds of 25 to 35 mph are possible, especially across the higher ridges. Those traveling this evening and overnight should be prepared for reduced visiblity and slick surfaces, especially across the higher terrain. Please allow for extra time to reach your destination.