Weather in Richwood, WV
Updated 2026-09-26 12:15 local time · ZIP codes 26261
Sunny
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
Next hours
55°1% rain56°1% rain57°1% rain57°2% rain56°2% rain55°2% rain53°4% rain58°8% rain
53°13% rain52°14% rain52°15% rain51°15% rain3-day weather forecast
Weather details
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 15%).
It feels like 49°F with winds near 8 mph.
57°F, 1% rain chance and 9 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 16 mph.
Current temperature is 55°F, wind 8 mph, rain chance up to 15%.
UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Richwood
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.
Richwood is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 38.22°N latitude and 80.53°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.
Richwood weather today
Sunny and 55°F in Richwood, WV. Today's high is 58°F with a 6% rain chance. Winds are around 8 mph with gusts near 13 mph. Relative humidity is 46%, pressure is 30.06 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Richwood
Sunrise is at 07:13 AM and sunset is at 07:13 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 57°F and a low near 42°F. The maximum rain chance is 16%.