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Icy mix to scattered snow showers overnight, bone-chilling week ahead
Skip to content Freezing rain and drizzle will continue this evening before lightening up. As a reinforcing shot of cold air moves in, precipitation will change to snow showers tonight through Monday. Windy conditions will make it feel even colder Monday. Tonight, colder air will move in and develop northwesterly winds, bringing scattered snow showers back for tonight through Monday. Snowfall will remain light—a dusting to an inch at most—but any snow that falls will stick easily to surfaces.
Snow continues this evening, changes to sleet and freezing rain tonight
Skip to content A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for the entire region until 1 PM Monday as snowfall continues to blanket the area. Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1PM Monday.(WVVA WEATHER) Snow continues through midnight before mixing with sleet. Snow this evening, mixing with or changing to sleet by midnight.(WVVA WEATHER) Overnight and into the early morning hours Sunday, snow transitions to sleet and freezing rain as a warm layer moves in aloft.
Cold and windy for Monday, single digits lows by Tuesday morning
Skip to content Another cold front moves through on Monday and passes mainly dry. Winds increase during the day, then cold high pressure settles in Monday night. That sets up single-digit air temperatures and below-zero wind chills. It may take until Wednesday afternoon for temperatures to climb back above freezing. Clear skies continue this evening and overnight. Temperatures hold in the low 20s this evening, then fall into the upper teens overnight.
Scattered snow showers tonight as another batch of cold air moves into the area
Skip to content Another cold front moves through this evening, bringing a round of light snow showers to the western-facing slopes. Snow showers taper off by Sunday morning. Cold air settles in for Sunday, with an even colder air mass arriving Monday night. Clouds increase this evening, with snow showers developing late. Clouds on the increase with snow showers developing late.(WVVA WEATHER) Scattered snow showers continue overnight, mainly along the western-facing slopes.
Rain moves in later in the day, changes to snow this evening
A cold front moves through the region today, bringing rain showers late this afternoon and into the evening. Colder air aloft moves in this evening, causing rain to mix with and then change over to snow showers. The coldest air settles in on Thursday, when temperatures struggle to climb out of the teens. With northwest winds at 10 to 20 mph, wind chills will fall into the single digits.
Dry and mild today, a cold front will change rain to snow for Wednesday
High pressure to our south keeps the region dry and slightly milder today. A cold front moves in on Wednesday, bringing rain during the day. That rain mixes with snow by Wednesday evening, then changes to all snow Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Several additional systems move through late in the week, keeping snow chances in the forecast. Temperatures start off milder this morning, ranging from the mid-20s to low 30s. Expect mostly sunny skies with a few passing clouds at times.
Sunny but seasonable today, a little milder for Tuesday
Skip to content High pressure keeps the area dry through Tuesday. Temperatures stay seasonable today and warm slightly on Tuesday ahead of the next cold front. That front brings rain on Wednesday, with precipitation mixing with snow by Wednesday evening before changing to all snow Wednesday night into Thursday. It’s a cold start this morning, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s. Sunshine helps temperatures rebound into the upper 30s this afternoon.
Temperatures fall Sunday as colder air, wind, and snow showers move in
Skip to content Scattered showers continue this evening as a cold front pushes east. Winds turn west to northwest on Sunday, increasing through the day and pulling in much colder air along with scattered snow showers. Temperatures fall sharply, with the high occurring at midnight tonight, then dropping into the 20s by Sunday afternoon. Wind chills fall into the single digits to low teens. Scattered showers continue this evening through midnight. Temperatures hold steady in the low 50s.
Cloudy start to the morning, rain likely this afternoon
Skip to content A cold front approaches from the west later today, bringing periods of rain and a few thunderstorms. That front stalls along the mountains, keeping rain and storms in the forecast for Saturday. Another cold front moves through on Sunday, pushing the stalled boundary out and allowing a winter-like air mass to return. Some snow showers are possible Saturday night into Sunday morning. Temperatures start mild this morning in the upper 40s to low 50s.
The warming trend begins this week, mostly dry through Thursday
Skip to content High pressure over Illinois and Indiana shifts east overnight and settles just offshore of the East Coast. Winds turn southwesterly, setting up a warming trend for the start of the new week. Several fronts move through this week, reinforcing the mild air Tuesday and again late in the week. An isolated shower is possible Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, but better rain chances arrive with the next front Friday into Saturday.
Skies clear out tonight, sunshine returns for Sunday
Skip to content High pressure builds in tonight, clearing skies overnight and through Sunday. Some high clouds return Sunday evening, but conditions stay dry. A low over the Great Lakes and its trailing cold front pass Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, bringing a chance for a few light showers. Temperatures remain above average throughout the week. Cloudy skies continue this evening. A stray sprinkle or light shower is possible.
High winds and plunging temperatures arrive for Monday
Skip to content A cold front moves into the area late tonight. Winds increase ahead of the front and turn stronger behind it. Rain develops overnight and continues into mid-morning Monday. Temperatures fall steadily through the day, and with the wind it will feel like the teens by Monday afternoon.
One more mild day before the winter chill returns
A stalled front to the southwest and southeasterly flow from high pressure over the Northeast will bring clouds back overnight. The front lifts north on Sunday, allowing for partial clearing by the afternoon. A stronger cold front arrives late Sunday night into Monday morning with rain, gusty winds, and a sharp drop in temperatures through the day Monday. Clouds increase overnight as southeasterly winds continue and the front remains nearby.
A stalled front will keep temperatures mild to the west while bringing cold air to the east
Skip to content We’ll see a sharp temperature contrast today as a backdoor front lingers near or just southwest of the area. Cooler air will hold east of the mountains while milder conditions remain in place to the west. The front lifts back north for the weekend, allowing warmer air to return, before another cold front brings colder temperatures early next week. Warm front lifts back to the north tonight.(WVVA WEATHER) Roads are wet this morning from scattered showers.
Rain moves in on the night before Christmas, remaining wet and mild for Christmas Day.
Skip to content ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and across the region so mild, as a warm front lifted northward, skies cloudy and wild. Rain showers arrived through the overnight hours, with temperatures holding in the upper 40s to low 50s by dawn’s early powers. Rain moving in after midnight ahead of a warm front.(WVVA WEATHER) On Christmas Day morning, a warm front slides on through, bringing on and off showers by late morning into the afternoon too.
A warming trend for Christmas week with a chance for rain showers
Skip to content High pressure builds in from the Ohio Valley tonight, setting up a cold start to Monday morning. This high shifts off the East Coast Monday, allowing clouds to return by the afternoon. Upper-level ridging builds across the Mid-South, pushing the main storm track north. Even so, a few disturbances will pass close enough to bring occasional showers through Christmas week.
Cold front moves through tonight, seasonable cold returns Sunday
Skip to content A cold front will move through the area overnight, bringing mostly dry conditions and seasonable cold air back to the region by Sunday. Another system passing to our north may bring some light precipitation Monday night into Tuesday morning. This evening will remain clear with temperatures cooling into the 40s. Clear skies(WVVA WEATHER) Clouds will increase late tonight as the cold front approaches, with the front arriving mostly dry.
Some snow tonight, but it’s all about the bitter cold for Sunday
Skip to content A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for bitter cold temperatures and below zero wind chills Sunday into Monday morning. Now is a good time to make sure your pipes are insulated or allowing faucets to drip slowly during this bitter cold.
Snow covered roads in the morning, improving conditions by the afternoon
Skip to content A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for this morning’s snowfall. With temperatures in the 20s, slick snow-covered roads are likely, especially on secondary roads and side streets. Conditions will gradually improve by the afternoon. Flurries may linger, but the light to moderate snowfall will taper off by then. Temperatures are expected to climb above freezing.
Snow likely on Monday, moderate to heavy snowfall in the morning
Skip to content A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Monday’s snow event. Travel issues are possible in the morning from a moderate to heavy burst of snow, and again for the evening commute as temperatures drop into the 20s. Any wet roads may quickly turn icy, making black ice the main concern. Snow is likely on Monday.
Cold front brings rain showers Sunday evening, snow showers return Monday
Skip to content High pressure that brought clear skies today will move off to the east for Sunday. An approaching cold front arrives Sunday evening with rain showers ahead of it. As the front pushes east, colder air builds in behind it. At the same time, low pressure will develop across the southeast and spread moisture northward, bringing snow back into the area. Black ice possible again tonight with areas of patchy fog.
Monroe County “Stuff the Squad” Drive aims to bring Christmas joy to local seniors
PETERSTOWN, W.Va. (WVVA) - With nearly 65% of Monroe County’s population made up of senior citizens, several local organizations are teaming up to make sure older residents feel supported and remembered this holiday season. Thanks to a Family Resource Network grant and partnerships with Monroe County 911, Peterstown EMS, and STAT EMS, the Monroe County Coalition for Children and Families is launching its first-ever Stuff the Squad Christmas Drive for seniors.
Bluefield Dance Studio to present annual performance of The Nutcracker
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - The Bluefield Dance Studio is once again bringing a holiday tradition to the community, with its annual performance of The Nutcracker set for this weekend. The production has been a staple in the area for more than 40 years, originating from an idea first suggested by the studio owner’s husband when the couple moved to Bluefield. Dancers have spent the last three months preparing for the show, rehearsing three to four times a week.
Dry Saturday with a brief wintry mix chance Saturday night into Sunday morning
High pressure builds over the region tonight into Saturday morning. Low pressure moving from the Midwest to the Great Lakes with a cold front will bring a chance for wintry precipitation Saturday night into early Sunday before changing to rain. A second low may bring another wintry mix Monday night into Tuesday. This evening, skies will be mostly clear with temperatures in the 20s. A northwest wind at 5 to 10 mph will make it feel like the teens.
Flurries possible tonight through Friday morning, chilly temperatures remain
A reinforcing shot of cold air moves in tonight, increasing winds overnight. Some flurries are possible tonight through Friday morning. High pressure moves in on Saturday. A storm system to our west arrives Sunday, with precipitation possibly beginning as a wintry mix before changing to rain. This evening, skies will be mostly clear. Clouds increase overnight as the next batch of cold air arrives. Some flurries are possible. Lows in the upper teens to low 20s.
Cold and windy for Thanksgiving, even colder for Friday
Skip to content Cold air continues to move in tonight. Gusty winds will hold through the rest of the week. Another push of cold air arrives Thanksgiving night, and there may be just enough moisture for a few flurries. As temperatures slowly recover, a storm system moves in Sunday, bringing a chance for a wintry mix Sunday morning before changing to rain. Tonight, mostly cloudy skies with a few flurries possible, mainly in Western Greenbrier and Northwestern Pocahontas counties.
Thanksgiving week starts mild, winter chill returns by the holiday
Skip to content High pressure will stay in control Monday as it slowly moves east. A storm system stretching from the Great Lakes to the Mid-South brings rain on Tuesday. A trailing cold front follows, bringing much colder conditions by Thanksgiving and the end of the week. Expect mostly clear skies this evening as temperatures fall into the 40s. A few clouds from time to time.(WVVA WEATHER) Overnight, lows drop into the low to mid 30s under mostly clear skies.
Sunshine returns on Sunday as high pressure builds in
The front continues to move south tonight as high pressure builds in. Clouds will break up, allowing some fog to form late. Any lingering morning clouds on Sunday will clear by the afternoon. Two frontal systems are expected before Thanksgiving, setting up a wet travel period. Cloudy skies this evening becoming mostly cloudy overnight with patchy fog. Lows in the low 40s.
Bluefield kicks off holiday season with full lineup of festive events
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - The City of Bluefield is gearing up for a full slate of holiday events—starting this weekend. Bluefield Parks and Rec is hosting its Holiday of Lights 5K Challenge Saturday, November 22nd at 5:30 PM at Bluefield City Park. There’s still time to pre-register, but runners can also sign up at the event. On Monday, November 24th, the city will hold its tree lighting at Chicory Square, with Bluefield Primary students singing at 6 PM, followed by the lighting at 6:15.
Miss West Virginia USA visits Princeton Rotary Club to share message of advocacy and state pride
PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - The Princeton Rotary Club welcomed a special guest at this week’s meeting. Miss West Virginia USA 2025, Erin Wellman, spoke to members Friday about her platform on blood donation, her passion for West Virginia, and her work in healthcare advocacy. As a Princeton native, she also reflected on her experiences growing up in the area.
Walmart and Pepsi team with New River Primary to provide Thanksgiving meals for local families
FAYETTE COUNTY, W.Va. (WVVA) - For some families in Fayette County, putting a Thanksgiving meal on the table isn’t always guaranteed. That’s why New River Primary School and the Early Steps to School Success program partnered with Walmart and Pepsi to deliver full Thanksgiving meals to families with children from prenatal through age five. Early Childhood Coordinator Melinda Foster says food insecurity affects more people than many realize.
Thousands of Thanksgiving meals underway in Oak Hill; volunteers still needed
OAK HILL, W.Va. (WVVA) - The Lewis Christian Community Center is preparing thousands of Thanksgiving meals this week — and they’re still asking for help. Between September 1st and October 31st, the center received 3,872 meal orders, surpassing last year’s total. Now, with just days to go, they still need volunteers to help cook, package meals, and clean up. Workers will be in the kitchen next week, Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with Thanksgiving prep beginning at 5 a.m. Thursday.
Mercer County teacher wins $250 gift card through annual giveaway
PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) - A Mercer County teacher started her morning with some exciting and rewarding news. Chloe Jones, a second-grade teacher at Summit Christian Academy, was selected as one of the winners in Eckley Orthodontics’ annual teacher giveaway. Out of more than 500 participants, Jones was one of ten teachers chosen at random to receive a $250 gift card. The contest is held each year to help educators purchase classroom supplies.
Bright start to the week, then turning cloudy with increasing rain chances
Skip to content Being positioned between high pressure to the west and a cold front to the south, the tight pressure gradient will keep breezy conditions overnight. Temperatures will be chilly, but the breeze should prevent them from dropping too far; however, wind chills will feel like the 20s. Clear skies but with winds at 10 to 20 mph, wind chills will be in the 20s.(WVVA WEATHER) Tonight, clear and breezy with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s.
Windy with rain tonight, turning cooler for Sunday
Skip to content A cold front will move through tonight, bringing a line of rain showers around or after midnight. Winds will strengthen as the front passes, with gusts between 40–50 mph possible across southern and southeastern West Virginia and into Virginia. It will stay breezy on Sunday as skies clear and colder air settles in by evening.
Princeton Community Hospital opens new endocrinology clinic
PRINCETON, W.Va. (WVVA) — A new clinic in Princeton is expanding access to specialty care for people living with diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other hormone-related conditions across southern West Virginia. Princeton Community Hospital (PCH) has officially opened its new endocrinology clinic off New Hope Road. The clinic was created in response to health data showing high rates of diabetes in the region.
On and off snow showers today with moderate to heavy snow this evening
Snow showers and flurries are moving in this morning as temperatures continue to drop. An upper low will dive south later today, producing another band of snow this evening. Winds will stay breezy throughout the day, with wind chills in the teens this afternoon and single digits tonight. Snow showers and flurries will be off and on through the day, with only a dusting possible on grassy surfaces. Roads should remain mostly wet, though a few icy spots may develop on bridges and overpasses.
Mild during the day on Sunday, colder air and snow showers move in Sunday night
Skip to content A cold front will move through on Sunday with a few spotty showers ahead of it. Colder air will arrive Sunday night as winds shift to the northwest, bringing moisture that will change rain to a mix, then to snow overnight. An upper low will drop south Monday afternoon, producing another round of snow for the western slopes and bringing very cold air into the region Monday night. This evening, mostly clear skies with temperatures falling into the upper 40s to low 50s.
Branson Country Christmas coming to Bluefield’s Granada Theater
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - If you’re looking to get into the holiday spirit a little early, there’s a show coming to Bluefield that promises plenty of laughs, music, and Christmas cheer.
Bluefield businesses invited to join holiday Lego contest
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) - You’ve seen Lego masterpieces built on TV, but now, Bluefield businesses are getting the chance to show off their creativity in a holiday-themed Lego competition. As the city prepares for the Holiday of Lights and continues its downtown revitalization, Bluefield is inviting businesses to take part in a Lego building contest, showcasing their own version of a reimagined downtown inside their storefronts.
State grants help Oceana rebuild and beautify after February’s flood damage
OCEANA, W.Va . (WVVA) - The town of Oceana is getting a big boost, thanks to two state grants aimed at rebuilding and beautifying the community. Oceana’s Chamber of Commerce received two Local Economic Development Act grants, one for $20,000 to replace Christmas decorations damaged by February’s floods, and another for $30,000 to repair the amphitheater. Both projects are part of a larger beautification effort to revitalize the town after months of recovery.
Skies clear out tonight, breezy winds pick up for Monday
Skip to content A weakening upper-level low over Tennessee will transfer its energy toward the coast, where a new surface low is expected to develop. A surface trough will bring some clouds early Monday before high pressure moves in and clears skies by late afternoon. Winds will increase Monday afternoon as the region sits between low pressure to the east and high pressure to the west. Temperatures trend milder through the week, but big changes arrive by next weekend.
Increasing clouds with just a spotty rain chance for tonight and into Sunday
Skip to content Clouds will increase tonight as a weak area of low-pressure dives south toward the Tennessee Valleys. It may come close enough to bring a few light showers or sprinkles across the western half of the viewing area, though nothing significant is expected. High pressure returns Monday, bringing a gradual warm-up to above-average temperatures next week. This evening, expect thickening clouds with temperatures in the mid to upper 40s.
Chilly night ahead as winds relax, sunshine returns for Saturday
Skip to content Winds will ease tonight as high pressure settles into the region. Dry weather returns this weekend with slightly milder temperatures and a gradual warm-up into next week. A quick disturbance passing to our west may bring a brief shower Sunday morning, but the overall pattern remains dry. This evening, temperatures will hold in the 40s during Halloween festivities, though the wind will make it feel more like the mid to upper 30s.
Bluefield prepares for annual Holiday of Lights
BLUEFIELD, W.Va. (WVVA) — Halloween may be tomorrow, but Bluefield city workers are already getting a head start on spreading holiday cheer. Crews have begun setting up lights and displays throughout City Park for the Holiday of Lights, one of the city’s most anticipated winter traditions. Recent gusty winds did knock a few decorations down, but officials say it’s nothing like last year, when cleanup from Helene delayed the start of setup.
Summers County Sheriff’s Department host flag football fundraiser for Shop with a Cop
HINTON, W.Va. (WVVA) - The Summers County Sheriff’s Department is hosting a flag football fundraiser for their annual Shop with a Cop program. Each Christmas, deputies collect donations from the community to help buy gifts for underprivileged kids and families in need — making sure every child has a joyful holiday. Chief Deputy Tim Adkins says they’re close to reaching their goal this year, thanks to the community’s generosity.
A wet and chilly pattern is in store for this week
Skip to content We’re entering an unsettled stretch of weather this week with cloudy skies and some much-needed rain. An area of low pressure currently over Arkansas will move eastward into the Southeast tonight and Monday. While the heaviest rain will stay to our south, enough moisture will lift northward to bring steady rain to our area Monday into early Tuesday.
A few light showers or sprinkles Sunday, better chances hold off next week
Skip to content Clouds will continue to thicken tonight, leading to a cloudier Sunday. The next system will pass to our south, tracking across central Alabama and Georgia. Moisture from this system may reach far enough north for our area to see some light rain or drizzle to start the week. More substantial rainfall may hold off until midweek, though model differences on the timing of a cut-off upper low keep the forecast uncertain through mid to late week.
Clouds build this weekend, but dry weather holds
Winds will continue to ease this evening and through the weekend as high pressure builds in. The weekend looks dry overall, though clouds will increase and become overcast by Sunday. Next week turns more unsettled as several storm systems move across the region. Conditions look great this evening for outdoor plans, including high school football or dinner out. Temperatures will drop quickly after sunset, so grab a jacket or coat.
Fayette County animal shelter reopening with no-kill policy and new leadership
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. (WVVA) — The Fayette County Animal Shelter, which closed its doors last Saturday (October 18th), is now preparing to reopen, this time under new county leadership. After the county’s contract with a private operator ended, many animals were left without hope of adoption. Now, Fayette County is stepping in to take over operations, giving those animals a second chance at finding their forever homes.
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