Local weather forecast

Weather in Petersburg, WV

Updated 2026-08-11 12:15 local time · ZIP codes 26847

Overcast
Now79°F

Overcast

High / Low89° / 69°
Rain chance57%
Wind14 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Flood Watch issued August 11 at 2:06AM EDT until August 12 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Repetitive rounds of precipitation through tonight will raise flash flood potential. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following areas, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - While most locations will generally see less than 2 inches of rainfall, isolated locations could see up to 2 to 4 inches, which would create high water issues through portions of far western Maryland. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 9:28AM EDT until August 12 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following areas, Garrett County. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are possible through tonight in western Maryland. While most locations will generally see less than 2 inches of rainfall, isolated locations could see up to 2 to 4 inches. This could lead to additional flash flooding given elevated stream levels from prior heavy rain. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information.

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast79°2% rain
1 PMSunny86°3% rain
2 PMPatchy rain nearby83°36% rain
3 PMPatchy rain nearby82°36% rain
4 PMSunny84°2% rain
5 PMSunny84°1% rain
6 PMSunny84°1% rain
7 PMSunny81°4% rain
8 PMSunny78°4% rain
9 PMPatchy rain nearby77°18% rain
10 PMPatchy rain nearby72°36% rain
11 PMPatchy rain nearby71°36% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
89° 69°Sunny
Rain 57%Gust 16 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Partly Cloudy
89° 61°Partly Cloudy
Rain 57%Gust 10 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Sunny
90° 59°Sunny
Rain 8%Gust 5 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like81°F
Humidity74%
Pressure30.05 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Wind14 mph WNW
Wind gusts16 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index7
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:26 AM
Sunset08:16 PM
Moonrise04:27 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella may help

There is a moderate rain chance, peaking near 36%.

Light layers should work

It feels like 81°F with winds near 14 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

79°F, 2% rain chance and 14 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 10 mi; gusts may reach 31 mph.

Run with a few weather adjustments

Current temperature is 79°F, wind 14 mph, rain chance up to 36%.

High UV protection needed

UV index is 7. Sunscreen, shade and protective clothing are recommended.

Petersburg weather today

Overcast and 79°F in Petersburg, WV. Today's high is 89°F with a 57% rain chance. Winds are around 14 mph with gusts near 16 mph. Relative humidity is 74%, pressure is 30.05 inHg, and visibility is about 10 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Petersburg

Sunrise is at 06:26 AM and sunset is at 08:16 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Partly Cloudy with a high near 89°F and a low near 61°F. The maximum rain chance is 57%.

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