Behind March for West Virginia is a cold and unsettled weekend. A chilly beginning is forecasted with rain showers and gusty winds, making it a damp and blustery couple of days. The forecast also says that while spring may be just around the corner, winter has certainly not let go of the region yet.
A Wet and Windy Beginning to March
From the meteorologists’ viewpoint, rain showers will be dominant again this weekend as they drift across West Virginia in a wave-like pattern of scattered precipitation. After all, this wet and windy weekend would make it feel raw and chilly, particularly during the early-morning and evening hours. Winds are expected to pick up throughout the weekend, adding an extra layer of discomfort for those venturing outdoors. Local forecasters also note that areas at higher elevations might experience a brief wintry mix when temperatures dip near freezing during the night.
Community Impacts and Local Adaptations
As the weekend of cold and windy weather rolls in, neighborhoods are already making accommodations for the effects of the weather. Stores in city centers have seen a minor decrease in traffic as commuters choose to stay indoors. Community centers and schools are looking into making temporary schedule changes, while event planners are reconsidering hosting outdoor events. Locals are posting advice and in-town news on Facebook and Twitter, building a support network to ride out the short-term hardships. Though frustrating, most view this as a familiar rhythm of winter in West Virginia—a season when neighbors pitch in and improvise their daily lives.
Looking Ahead
Although the prevailing conditions may appear severe, initial predictions suggest a slow turnaround next week, with a possible warming trend in the offing. In the meantime, West Virginia residents will have to brave the wet and windy weekend, doing the best with indoor amenities while monitoring the changing weather patterns.