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Dickenson County weather alerts

1 active alert for Dickenson County, Virginia right now: a Special Weather Statement.

33 in the last 30 days 47 in 12 months (since Aug 30) most common: Special Weather Statement Get alerts on your phone →

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Special Weather Statement

Issued Wed, Oct 21, 8:55 PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV Until Thu, Oct 22, 1:00 AM EDT (in 20 min)

Area: Dickenson; Buchanan

The combination of clear skies and calm winds will yield overnight temperatures falling into the mid 30s in valley locations that are away from rivers and lakes, primarily across the higher elevations. This will result in the potential for some patchy frost development. Cold-sensitive vegetation may be damaged. Take steps now to protect tender plants from...

What it means: A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.

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Last 30 days

Recent alerts for Dickenson County

AlertIssuedEndedIssued by
Special Weather Statement Oct 20, 4:14 AM Oct 20, 8:45 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Oct 20, 1:10 AM Oct 20, 5:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Oct 19, 6:59 PM Oct 20, 1:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Oct 19, 2:07 PM Oct 19, 8:00 PM Charleston WV
Frost Advisory Oct 19, 8:51 AM Oct 19, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Frost Advisory Oct 19, 1:27 AM Oct 19, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Frost Advisory Oct 18, 7:25 PM Oct 19, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Frost Advisory Oct 18, 1:17 PM Oct 19, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Warning Oct 18, 8:57 AM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Oct 18, 5:48 AM Oct 18, 9:45 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Warning Oct 18, 3:26 AM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Warning Oct 17, 3:04 PM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Warning Oct 17, 8:01 AM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Warning Oct 17, 12:35 AM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Watch Oct 16, 4:25 PM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Freeze Watch Oct 16, 12:59 PM Oct 18, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 11, 10:30 AM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 11, 5:23 AM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 10, 9:48 PM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 10, 11:49 AM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 10, 5:14 AM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 9, 10:20 PM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Wind Advisory Oct 9, 12:09 PM Oct 11, 11:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Oct 5, 2:00 AM Oct 5, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Sep 27, 4:49 AM Sep 27, 10:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Sep 26, 4:10 AM Sep 26, 9:00 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Sep 25, 3:56 AM Sep 25, 8:45 AM Charleston WV
Special Weather Statement Sep 25, 1:03 AM Sep 25, 4:00 AM Charleston WV
Flood Watch Sep 23, 9:40 PM Sep 23, 10:00 PM Charleston WV
Flood Watch Sep 23, 4:35 PM Sep 23, 10:00 PM Charleston WV
Flood Watch Sep 23, 11:07 AM Sep 23, 10:00 PM Charleston WV
Flood Watch Sep 23, 2:48 AM Sep 23, 10:00 PM Charleston WV

Pattern

What Dickenson County gets alerted for

Every alert that named Dickenson County in the last 12 months, by type. Records begin August 30, 2026, so this fills in over the year.

Special Weather Statement
14
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
8
Wind Advisory
7
Freeze Warning
5
Flood Watch
4
Frost Advisory
4
Flash Flood Warning
3
Freeze Watch
2

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What these alerts mean

A warning means the hazard is happening or about to; a watch means conditions favour it; an advisory is a lesser hazard still worth planning around.

Special Weather Statement

A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.

Frost Advisory

Frost is expected on the ground. Cover sensitive plants overnight.

Freeze Warning

Sub-freezing temperatures are imminent. Protect tender plants and outdoor plumbing.

Freeze Watch

Sub-freezing temperatures are possible. Be ready to protect plants and pipes.

Wind Advisory

Sustained winds of 30 mph or more, or gusts to 45 mph, are expected. Use caution driving high-profile vehicles.

Flood Watch

Conditions are favourable for flooding. Have a plan in case a warning is issued.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

A storm with hail of 1 inch or larger, winds of 58 mph or more, or both, is occurring or imminent. Move indoors and away from windows.

Flash Flood Warning

Flash flooding is occurring or imminent. Move to higher ground; never drive into water covering a road.

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Where do these alerts come from?

From the National Weather Service alert feed (api.weather.gov). NWS issues alerts by county and by forecast zone; this page lists every product that names Dickenson County. Forecast Bar checks the feed continuously and this page refreshes within a few minutes of a change.

What is the difference between a watch, a warning and an advisory?

A warning means the hazard is occurring, imminent or very likely: act now. A watch means conditions are favourable for it to develop: prepare and stay informed. An advisory covers a hazard that is less serious than a warning but can still cause real inconvenience or danger if you are not ready for it.

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