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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 Raleigh 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 Sophia, 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 Sophia, 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 Sophia, 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 Sophia, 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 Sophia, 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 Raleigh 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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Sophia, WV Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Sophia, WV has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
    •   The average annual temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C).
    •   The average annual precipitation is 42.6 inches (108.2 cm).

Summer

    •   The average summer temperature is 73.3°F (22.9°C).
    •   The average high temperature in July is 83.9°F (28.8°C).
    •   The average low temperature in July is 62.7°F (17.1°C).
    •   The average precipitation in July is 4.3 inches (10.9 cm).

Winter

    •   The average winter temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).
    •   The average high temperature in January is 42.3°F (5.7°C).
    •   The average low temperature in January is 20.7°F (-6.3°C).
    •   The average precipitation in January is 3.2 inches (8.1 cm).

Spring and Fall

    •   The average spring temperature is 53.6°F (11.9°C).
    •   The average high temperature in April is 63.7°F (17.6°C).
    •   The average low temperature in April is 43.5°F (6.4°C).
    •   The average precipitation in April is 3.6 inches (9.1 cm).

    •   The average fall temperature is 51.6°F (10.9°C).
    •   The average high temperature in October is 62.6°F (17°C).
    •   The average low temperature in October is 40.6°F (4.8°C).
    •   The average precipitation in October is 3.1 inches (7.9 cm).

Climate Extremes

    •   The highest temperature ever recorded in Sophia, WV was 106°F (41.1°C) on July 10, 1936.
    •   The lowest temperature ever recorded in Sophia, WV was -27°F (-32.8°C) on January 21, 1985.
    •   The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in Sophia, WV in a 24-hour period was 8.2 inches (20.8 cm) on August 20, 1940.

Climate Change

    •   The climate of Sophia, WV is changing, as it is in the rest of the world.
    •   The average annual temperature has increased by about 1.5°F (0.8°C) since 1900.
    •   The average annual precipitation has increased by about 5 inches (12.7 cm) since 1900.
    •   The number of days with extreme heat (temperatures above 90°F or 32.2°C) has increased since 1900.
    •   The number of days with extreme cold (temperatures below 0°F or -17.8°C) has decreased since 1900.

Climate Impacts

    •   The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Sophia, WV, including:
    •   More frequent and severe heat waves
    •   More frequent and severe droughts
    •   More frequent and severe flooding
    •   Changes in plant and animal life
    •   Changes in agricultural yields

Climate Adaptation and Mitigation

    •   The city of Sophia, WV is taking a number of steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including:
    •   Investing in energy efficiency and renewable energy
    •   Improving stormwater management
    •   Planting trees and other vegetation
    •   Educating the public about climate change

Conclusion

The climate of Sophia, WV is changing, and the city is taking steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History and Science

    •   Sophia is home to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, renowned for its whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and scenic beauty.

    •   The park's New River Gorge Bridge, spanning 876 feet, is the second-highest bridge in the United States.

    •   The area is rich in fossils, including marine invertebrates, plants, and vertebrates from the Carboniferous period (359-299 million years ago).

Historical Personalities

  • John Beckley:

    A prominent statesman and clerk of the House of Representatives during the early years of the United States, Beckley was born in Sophia in 1757.

  • Joseph Johnson:

    A renowned botanist and explorer, Johnson led expeditions into the New River Gorge in the 1800s, discovering numerous new plant species.

  • Ann Bailey:

    A pioneering female physician, Bailey established a medical practice in Sophia in the late 1800s, providing healthcare to the local community.

    • Tourist Attractions
    1.Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine

    (Beckley, WV): A historic coal mine that offers guided tours, showcasing the history and techniques of coal mining.

    2.New River Gorge National Park and Preserve

    (Fayetteville, WV): A stunning natural area featuring the New River Gorge, a deep canyon with scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and whitewater rafting opportunities.

    3.Grandview National Park

    (Beckley, WV): A park offering panoramic views of the New River Gorge and surrounding mountains, with hiking trails and picnic areas.

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