CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A widespread round of snow will spread across much of West Virginia and far southwest Virginia tonight, blanketing ridges and valleys alike with the season’s first measurable accumulation. The storm will make for slick roads, reduced visibility, and slow travel through Monday, particularly for morning and evening commuters.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. Sunday through 7 a.m. Tuesday for a large portion of central and southern West Virginia, including Kanawha, Raleigh, Nicholas, Fayette, Logan, Mingo, and Upshur Counties, as well as Buchanan and Dickenson Counties in Virginia. Forecasters expect 2 to 4 inches of snow, with locally higher totals possible in the mountain counties and elevated hollows.
Drivers along I-64, I-79, and the West Virginia Turnpike should prepare for snow-covered roads, icy bridges, and periods of reduced visibility. Both the Monday morning and evening commutes are likely to be impacted as light snow continues and temperatures stay near freezing.
Officials urge residents to slow down, use headlights, and monitor 511 for road updates. Plow crews will work through the day Monday, but blowing snow and shaded stretches may stay slick into Tuesday.
After the system clears, cold high pressure will dominate midweek, keeping temperatures below normal before another weak disturbance approaches late in the week.
