Charleston, WV – Snow showers and gusty winds swept across West Virginia’s southeastern highlands overnight, with light accumulations expected to affect Friday morning travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, snowfall began late Thursday night and is expected to taper off by 7 a.m. Friday. The areas most affected include elevations above 3,000 feet in Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Webster, Northwest Pocahontas, and Southeast Randolph counties. Communities such as Richwood, Snowshoe, and Harman could see total accumulations ranging from 1 to 3 inches, with isolated spots receiving up to 4 inches on higher, windward slopes.
Officials warn that snow-covered and slick road conditions are likely across the region during the early morning commute. Drivers are urged to slow down, increase following distances, and allow extra time for travel, especially on secondary roads and mountainous terrain.
This late-season snowfall is not unusual for West Virginia’s higher elevations, where March storms can still impact road safety. Residents are advised to monitor updates from local road agencies and use caution, particularly near ski areas and rural routes where untreated surfaces may remain icy longer.
Conditions are expected to improve steadily through the morning as precipitation ends and road crews respond.
