Weather in Athens, WV
Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 24712
Sunny
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
Next hours
61°1% rain63°1% rain65°1% rain65°0% rain64°1% rain62°1% rain58°2% rain61°4% rain
55°8% rain53°9% rain52°9% rain51°9% rain3-day weather forecast
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 9%).
It feels like 53°F with winds near 7 mph.
65°F, 0% rain chance and 10 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 19 mph.
Current temperature is 61°F, wind 7 mph, rain chance up to 9%.
UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Athens
West Virginia's mountainous terrain strongly affects local weather. Higher elevations are cooler and snowier, while valleys can have very different temperatures and fog conditions.
Athens is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 37.42°N latitude and 81.02°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Athens weather today
Sunny and 61°F in Athens, WV. Today's high is 65°F with a 4% rain chance. Winds are around 7 mph with gusts near 12 mph. Relative humidity is 34%, pressure is 30.05 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Athens
Sunrise is at 07:15 AM and sunset is at 07:15 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 63°F and a low near 47°F. The maximum rain chance is 6%.