Charleston, WV – Mountain roads in eastern West Virginia will begin turning snow-covered after 9 p.m. Tuesday, with up to 6 inches expected by early Wednesday afternoon and wind gusts strong enough to snap small branches.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 9 p.m. this evening until 1 p.m. Wednesday for Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph counties, including Snowshoe and Harman. Forecasters expect 3 to 6 inches of snow, with gusts reaching 40 mph along exposed ridges.
Snow will overspread the higher elevations late this evening and intensify overnight, creating slick conditions on Routes 219 and 66 and other mountain corridors. The Wednesday morning commute will likely see the worst travel, especially on untreated secondary roads and elevated surfaces.
Gusty winds may bring down small tree limbs, leading to isolated power interruptions in higher terrain. Drivers should reduce speed, allow extra stopping distance and check West Virginia 511 for real-time road updates before heading out.
Snow tapers around early Wednesday afternoon, but lingering slick spots could persist into the evening as temperatures remain below freezing.
