Morgantown, West Virginia – Arctic air is expected to remain a steady presence across northern West Virginia from Jan. 24 through Jan. 30, keeping temperatures below normal and reinforcing winter conditions across the region.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, northern West Virginia sits within a roughly 60 percent probability zone for below-normal temperatures during the Jan. 24–30 period. While the cold signal is not as strong as farther north, confidence remains moderate that chilly conditions will persist with limited opportunities for sustained warming before the end of the month.
Across the northern panhandle and north-central counties, including Morgantown, Wheeling, and Clarksburg, daytime highs are expected to run below late-January averages, with overnight lows frequently dropping into the teens. Persistent cold will allow icy patches to linger on roads such as Interstate 79, Interstate 70, and U.S. Route 50, especially during early morning and nighttime travel.
In higher elevations of Preston, Tucker, and Randolph counties, colder temperatures are likely to be more pronounced. Snowpack in shaded areas may persist through the entire Jan. 24–30 window, increasing the risk of refreezing on secondary and mountain roads.
The West Virginia Division of Highways urges drivers to remain cautious during overnight and early morning travel, when slick spots are most likely. Residents are encouraged to protect exposed pipes, limit prolonged outdoor exposure, and check on vulnerable neighbors and pets.
While confidence is moderate, the broader Arctic pattern shows limited signs of breaking before month’s end, keeping below-normal temperatures favored across northern West Virginia through Jan. 30.
