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

Winter Storm Warning issued February 6 at 5:37PM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 5:37 PM
Expires: Sat February 7, 2026, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 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, including the evening commute.

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 vehicle 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.

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 9:33PM EST until February 7 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 9:33 PM
Expires: Sat February 7, 2026, 5:45 AM

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 14 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, and the central and southern mountains and much of the lowlands of 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 7 at 12:53AM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Sat February 7, 2026, 12:53 AM
Expires: Sat February 7, 2026, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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 vehicle 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 9:33PM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 9:33 PM
Expires: Sat February 7, 2026, 5:45 AM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 23 below expected. * WHERE...Southeast Pocahontas and Southeast Webster Counties. * 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 DETAILS...Northwest winds could gust as high as 40 to 45 mph through Saturday.

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 5:37PM EST until February 7 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV

Effective: Fri February 6, 2026, 5:37 PM
Expires: Sat February 7, 2026, 1:45 AM

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Virginia and central, northeast, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While the first round of snow was over, refreeze this evening and another round of snow showers and falling temperatures with an arctic front tonight could still create hazardous travel conditions.

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.