Local weather forecast

Weather in Thornton, WV

Updated 2026-08-11 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 26440

Moderate rain
Now71°F

Moderate rain

High / Low79° / 68°
Rain chance81%
Wind7 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

1
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.

Hourly

Next hours

NowModerate rain71°86% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby71°78% rain
2 PMPatchy rain nearby77°33% rain
3 PMSunny79°9% rain
4 PMSunny75°10% rain
5 PMSunny76°9% rain
6 PMSunny78°8% rain
7 PMSunny78°11% rain
8 PMPatchy light rain71°71% rain
9 PMModerate or heavy rain shower68°73% rain
10 PMModerate rain at times68°75% rain
11 PMPatchy light drizzle68°32% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
79° 68°Sunny
Rain 81%Gust 15 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Fog
82° 60°Fog
Rain 87%Gust 11 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Fog
82° 59°Fog
Rain 26%Gust 4 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like71°F
Humidity88%
Pressure30.06 inHg
Visibility8 mi
Wind7 mph SW
Wind gusts8 mph
Precipitation0.18 in
UV index5
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:28 AM
Sunset08:20 PM
Moonrise04:29 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 86% over the next 12 hours.

Light layers should work

It feels like 71°F with winds near 7 mph.

Best window: 4 PM

75°F, 10% rain chance and 10 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 8 mi; gusts may reach 25 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 71°F, wind 7 mph, rain chance up to 86%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Thornton weather today

Moderate rain and 71°F in Thornton, WV. Today's high is 79°F with a 81% rain chance. Winds are around 7 mph with gusts near 8 mph. Relative humidity is 88%, pressure is 30.06 inHg, and visibility is about 8 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Thornton

Sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 08:20 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Fog with a high near 82°F and a low near 60°F. The maximum rain chance is 87%.

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