Weather in Shanks, WV
Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 26761
Overcast
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
Next hours
66°10% rain
69°7% rain69°10% rain69°10% rain68°11% rain65°13% rain64°14% rain62°14% rain
61°14% rain61°14% rain59°15% rain58°18% 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 18%).
It feels like 59°F with winds near 10 mph.
69°F, 7% rain chance and 10 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 24 mph.
Current temperature is 66°F, wind 10 mph, rain chance up to 18%.
UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Shanks
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.
Shanks is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.31°N latitude and 78.69°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.
Shanks weather today
Overcast and 66°F in Shanks, WV. Today's high is 69°F with a 11% rain chance. Winds are around 10 mph with gusts near 16 mph. Relative humidity is 45%, pressure is 30.01 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Shanks
Sunrise is at 07:06 AM and sunset is at 07:05 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 65°F and a low near 51°F. The maximum rain chance is 23%.