Alka, VA
Historical community (former settlement) in Wise County, Virginia
Alka is a historical community (former settlement) in Wise County, Virginia. It is 5.9 miles S of Coeburn, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 24230.
Alka at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- County
- Wise County
- ZIP code
- 24230
- Nearest town
- Coeburn (5.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 37.0311, -82.4742
Weather in Alka now
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Alka weather by the hour
Alka weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Alka.
This week in Alka
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Alka
What is the weather usually like in Alka?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 81°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 25°F average low
- 51.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,311 mm
- 47.1 insnowfall per year · 120 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Alka: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station WISE 1SE, VA US (USC00449215), adjusted for the elevation of Alka.
Alka weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Alka through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:40 AM | 5:38 PM | 9 h 57 min |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:11 PM | 10 h 54 min |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:38 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:53 AM | 8:05 PM | 13 h 12 min |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:32 PM | 14 h 12 min |
| June | 6:08 AM | 8:52 PM | 14 h 44 min |
| July | 6:20 AM | 8:51 PM | 14 h 30 min |
| August | 6:45 AM | 8:23 PM | 13 h 37 min |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:39 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:54 PM | 11 h 18 min |
| November | 7:07 AM | 5:21 PM | 10 h 14 min |
| December | 7:34 AM | 5:15 PM | 9 h 41 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Alka?
Alka has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 25°F (-4°C).
It gets about 51.6 inches (1,311 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is October. Snow is common: about 47 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Alka is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Alka
The closest live webcam is Coeburn: US-58 ALT - MM 46.9 - WB - Wise Co, 6.3 miles S of Alka.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Alka.
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Questions about Alka
Where is Alka, VA?
Alka is a historical community (former settlement) in Wise County, Virginia, 5.9 miles S of Coeburn.
What county is Alka in?
Alka is in Wise County, Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of Alka, VA?
The ZIP code for Alka is 24230.
What is the nearest town to Alka?
Coeburn, 5.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Alka?
Yes. The closest is Coeburn: US-58 ALT - MM 46.9 - WB - Wise Co, 6.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Alka?
July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C).
What is the coldest month in Alka?
January, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Alka?
About 51.6 inches (1,311 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Alka?
Yes, about 47 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Alka?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Alka have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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