Charleston, West Virginia – A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday for portions of West Virginia and southeast Ohio, with snow expected to impact several major roadways throughout the day and into tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a clipper system moving through the region will bring snow and some rain, with snowfall totals generally ranging from 1 to 4 inches. The higher end of that range is most likely across the mountains, central lowlands, and southern Ohio, while warmer temperatures and mixing may limit accumulation in other areas.
Roadways including Interstate 64, Interstate 77, Interstate 79, and key routes such as US-33 and US-50 may become slick, especially during the Tuesday morning and evening commute periods. Snowfall rates are not expected to be heavy, but steady precipitation combined with near-freezing temperatures could lead to hazardous travel conditions.
The advisory covers portions of northern and southern West Virginia as well as southeast Ohio and remains in effect until 1 a.m. Wednesday. Forecasters note that snow may mix with rain at times, particularly in lower elevations, which could reduce totals locally but still create slippery conditions on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses.
The National Weather Service advises drivers to allow extra travel time and remain alert for changing road conditions throughout the day. Even modest snowfall amounts can create travel slowdowns when coinciding with peak commute hours.
This system is expected to move out late tonight, with conditions gradually improving overnight into Wednesday. The event may be most impactful for commuters, school transportation, and freight traffic moving through the I-64 and I-77 corridors during advisory hours.
