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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Jefferson County, WV

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Charles Town, West Virginia

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Charles Town, WV please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Charles Town, WV

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Charles Town, WV, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Charles Town, West Virginia

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Jefferson County, West Virginia

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Charles Town, West Virginia, United States, experiences a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa), with hot, humid summers and cool, dry winters.

    •   Average Temperature

    •   Annual: 55.3°F (12.9°C)
    •   Summer (June-August): 73.8°F (23.2°C)
    •   Winter (December-February): 35.4°F (1.9°C)

    •   Precipitation

    •   Annual: 41.6 inches (1057 mm)
    •   Summer (June-August): 12.1 inches (307 mm)
    •   Winter (December-February): 11.2 inches (284 mm)

    •   Humidity

    •   Average annual relative humidity: 71%
    •   Summer (June-August): 75%
    •   Winter (December-February): 66%

    •   Sunshine

    •   Average annual sunshine: 2,100 hours
    •   Summer (June-August): 240 hours
    •   Winter (December-February): 150 hours

    •   Extreme Weather

    •   Charles Town is located in Tornado Alley and experiences occasional tornadoes, especially in the spring and summer months.
    •   The area is also prone to severe thunderstorms, which can bring heavy rain, hail, and strong winds.
    •   In the winter, Charles Town can experience snowstorms, although significant snowfall is relatively rare.

    •   Climate Change

    •   Like many regions worldwide, Charles Town is experiencing the effects of climate change. Temperatures are rising, and precipitation patterns are becoming more variable.
    •   The area is seeing more extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and floods.
    •   These changes are expected to continue in the future, making it essential to take steps to adapt to the changing climate.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Charles Town is nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, renowned for its biodiversity.

    •   The Potomac River flows through the town, supporting a diverse aquatic ecosystem.

    •   The area is home to several rare and endangered species, including the Shenandoah salamander and the peregrine falcon.

Science

    •   Charles Town was the site of the first successful smallpox vaccination in the United States in 1802, performed by Dr. James Craik.

    •   The town is home to the American Public Health Association, the oldest and largest public health organization in the world.

Personalities

    •   George Washington and Thomas Jefferson visited Charles Town on numerous occasions.

    •   John Brown, the abolitionist, was imprisoned and hanged in Charles Town in 1859.

    •   The town is the birthplace of Admiral Richard E. Byrd, who led several expeditions to Antarctica.

Tourist Attractions
1.Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races

is a casino and horse racing track located in Charles Town, West Virginia. The casino has over 2,000 slot machines and 50 table games, as well as a poker room. The horse racing track hosts live races from March to December.

2.Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

is a national park located in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. The park commemorates the site of the abolitionist John Brown's raid on the federal arsenal in 1859. The park includes the ruins of the arsenal, as well as hiking trails, picnic areas, and a visitor center.

3.Antietam National Battlefield

is a national park located in Sharpsburg, Maryland. The park commemorates the site of the Battle of Antietam, which was fought in 1862 during the American Civil War. The park includes the battlefield, as well as a visitor center, museum, and hiking trails.

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