Weather Story

News Headlines

Rainy Sunday

Rainfall Timing and Probability

Ice Jams Possible At Least Early On This Week

Student Volunteer Applications Due By 5 PM Today!

Daily Weather Summary

A southern stream low pressure system passing south of the area today brings a widespread cool rain. The heaviest amounts of rain, nearing an inch, will occur across far southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia due to the southern track of system. This will be an area of note for any potential of isolated flooding that could arise in the midst of the moderate to heavier periods of rain. While there may be a bit of snow mixed in over the highest ridges of the northeast mountains this morning, the northern stream is not involved in this one, and so neither is cold air.

The heaviest precipitation slides through the area from first thing this morning into this afternoon, before ending this evening.

Increasing potential for ice jams and localized flooding exists at least during the early portion of this week, caused by melting of the residual snowpack (mainly mountains) and rainfall today running off into rivers and streams. The increased water flow is expected to break up river ice, possibly creating jams that can lead to water level rises and flooding both upstream of the jam, and downstream if the blockage suddenly releases. To mitigate risks, pay close attention to water levels and stay informed through the latest forecasts.

Are you a college student studying meteorology or atmospheric sciences? Are you interested in a career with the National Weather Service? We are accepting applications for our Summer 2026 Student Volunteer program until 5 PM on February 15th! Students will make connections with NWS Charleston, WV meteorologists and learn about our forecast/operations process, all while working on a project based upon a specific focus area. Applications must be in by 5 PM today! Apply by completing our Google Form at www.weather.gov/rlx/volunteer

Daily climate information from each of the six climate sites in the NWS Charleston forecast area - Beckley, WV (KBKW); Charleston, WV (KCRW); Clarksburg, WV (KCKB); Elkins, WV (KEKN); Huntington, WV (KHTS); and Parkersburg, WV (KPKB).