Station Name: WEST FORK RIVER AT WALKERSVILLE, WV
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,086 feet

Nearest Address:
Walkersville Rd
Walkersville, WV 26447
Lewis County

GPS Coordinates: 38.86870938, -80.4578658

Nearby Water Temperatures

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 1:16AM EST until February 7 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:16 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 11:15 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 17 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 15 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.

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 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.

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.

Extreme Cold Warning issued February 6 at 1:16AM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 1:16 AM
Expires: Fri February 6, 2026, 11:15 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 24 below expected. * WHERE...Southeast Webster County. * WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.