Zar, WV
Historical community (former settlement) in Preston County, West Virginia
Zar is a historical community (former settlement) in Preston County, West Virginia. It is 4.2 miles NW of Brandonville, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 26525.
Zar at a glance
- State
- West Virginia
- County
- Preston County
- ZIP code
- 26525
- Nearest town
- Brandonville (4.2 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 39.6300, -79.5653
Weather in Zar now
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Zar weather by the hour
Zar weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Zar.
This week in Zar
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Zar
What is the weather usually like in Zar?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 79°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 17°F average low
- 45.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,161 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Zar: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station SINES DEEP CREEK, MD US (USC00188315), adjusted for the elevation of Zar.
Zar weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Zar through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:19 PM | 9 h 44 min |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:55 PM | 10 h 47 min |
| March | 7:27 AM | 7:26 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:57 PM | 13 h 18 min |
| May | 6:02 AM | 8:27 PM | 14 h 25 min |
| June | 5:48 AM | 8:49 PM | 15 h 0 min |
| July | 6:01 AM | 8:46 PM | 14 h 44 min |
| August | 6:29 AM | 8:15 PM | 13 h 46 min |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:28 PM | 12 h 30 min |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:40 PM | 11 h 13 min |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:04 PM | 10 h 3 min |
| December | 7:30 AM | 4:56 PM | 9 h 26 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Zar?
Zar has a warm-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 17°F (-9°C).
It gets about 45.7 inches (1,161 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is November.
The best time to visit Zar 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 Zar
The closest live webcam is Perry Township, 27.2 miles W of Zar.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Zar.
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Questions about Zar
Where is Zar, WV?
Zar is a historical community (former settlement) in Preston County, West Virginia, 4.2 miles NW of Brandonville.
What county is Zar in?
Zar is in Preston County, West Virginia.
What is the ZIP code of Zar, WV?
The ZIP code for Zar is 26525.
What is the nearest town to Zar?
Brandonville, 4.2 miles away.
Are there webcams near Zar?
Yes. The closest is Perry Township, 27.2 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Zar?
July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C).
What is the coldest month in Zar?
January, with an average low of 17°F (-9°C).
How much does it rain in Zar?
About 45.7 inches (1,161 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Zar?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Zar?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Zar have?
Warm-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfb).
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