Winter Storm Warning Issued for James City and York Counties Through Monday Evening
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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NWS Wakefield VA has issued a Winter Storm Warning for James City and York Counties, with additional snow and wind gusts expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- James City and York Counties, Virginia
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Wakefield VA
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in James City and York Counties, Virginia.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Wakefield, VA, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Virginia. The alert is currently in effect and remains active until 7:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions:
- James City County
- York County
Expected Conditions
Weather conditions are expected to include moderate to locally heavy snow. Specific hazards include:
- Snow Accumulation: Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are forecasted.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts are expected to reach as high as 35 mph.
- Travel Impacts: Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. These conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23.
What You Should Do
Authorities advise that if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents are encouraged to call 511 for the latest road information and to plan for slippery road conditions throughout the warning period.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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