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

Special Weather Statement issued January 14 at 2:24PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 2:24 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 2:30 AM

Light rain will change to snow showers later this evening and tonight, with snow showers expected area wide by 10 PM this evening. Generally light accumulations are anticipated, however, with the falling temperatures, slick conditions will be possible on untreated roadways through Thursday. In addition, heavier bands of snow, and gusty winds at times could produce sudden visibility reductions. Those traveling this evening and overnight should be prepared for the potential of reduced visibility and slick conditions in spots. These conditions may persist into the Thursday morning commute. Please allow extra time to reach your destination if traveling.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:29PM EST until January 15 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:29 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Locally higher amounts of up to 5 possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Northwest Webster, Barbour, Upshur, and Southeast Nicholas Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning 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. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:29PM EST until January 15 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:29 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches, with locally higher amounts of up to 6 inches. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds up to 45 mph are possible across the higher mountain elevations, which could bring down tree branches and result in blowing and drifting of snow, primarily above 3,500 feet.

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

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:21PM EST until January 15 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:21 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Webster, Southeast Fayette, and Southeast Nicholas Counties. * WHEN...From 3 AM to 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 14 at 8:21PM EST until January 16 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Wed January 14, 2026, 8:21 PM
Expires: Thu January 15, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...From 3 AM Thursday to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.