Station Name: ELK RIVER BELOW WEBSTER SPRINGS, WV
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,050 feet

Nearest Address:
Elk River Rd
Webster Springs, WV 26288
Webster County

GPS Coordinates: 38.59732627, -80.4903644

Nearby Water Temperatures

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 25 at 9:06AM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 9:06 AM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 18 below zero possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 11:27AM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet accumulations up to four inches and ice accumulations between one tenth and four tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 11:27AM EST until January 26 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 11:27 AM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning 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. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 6:31AM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 6:31 AM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 2:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet accumulations up to three inches and ice accumulations between one tenth and four tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Virginia and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads will be slick and hazardous. Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Travel could be nearly impossible.

Consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Extreme Cold Watch issued January 25 at 12:04PM EST until January 27 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

Effective: Sun January 25, 2026, 12:04 PM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 11:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 degrees below 0 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, central, south central, southwest, and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 degrees below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.