Hosterman
in Pocahontas County of West Virginia, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
38.473 and -79.862 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 38° 28' 23" and W -79° 51' 42"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 10:38 AM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:48 am and 6:17 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Hosterman

Hosterman in Pocahontas County (West Virginia) is a city located in United States about 155 mi (or 250 km) west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Hosterman is now 10:38 AM (Saturday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 12 airports closer to Hosterman, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport in a distance of 54 mi (or 87 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Monterey, Marlinton, Warm Springs, Elkins and Webster Springs. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 16°C / 60 °F

Morning Temperature 5°C / 40 °F
Evening Temperature 9°C / 48 °F
Night Temperature 7°C / 45 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 34%
Air Pressure 1027 hPa
Wind Speed Light breeze with 3 km/h (2 mph) from South-East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 57% of sky
General Conditions Broken clouds

Saturday, 2nd of November 2024

20°C (67 °F)
10°C (49 °F)
Scattered clouds, light breeze.

Sunday, 3rd of November 2024

20°C (68 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Overcast clouds, light breeze.

Monday, 4th of November 2024

23°C (73 °F)
16°C (62 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Durbin Rocket 2013

Published: August 23, 2013
Length: 32:02 min
Rating: 3 of 5
Author: Geared Productions

I take a ride on the Durbin Rocket on the last day of my trip to Cass. I didn't have much video becuase the battery on my camera was almost dead. This is what I got! http://mountainrailwv.com/


Seen around Durbin, WV, 2/4

Published: April 24, 2010
Length: 44:22 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: gothpapa

Durbin, West Virginia is a nice place to spend a few days, as I discovered in June 2002. In addition to the beautiful scenery and the many outdoor recreational opportunities, you can enjoy...


Natural Bridge

Published: October 03, 2010
Length: 55:14 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: hburdnc60

Walk to Natural Bridge.


Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Scenic RR Part 2

Published: October 11, 2010
Length: 57:22 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: jfreelan1964

Last of the video before heading to Cass, WV.


Cass Scenic Railroad (snow excursion)

Published: September 25, 2010
Length: 46:33 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: bullfrog1954

You simply must check out this private excursion on the Cass Scenic RR under harsh winter-like blizzard conditions! Problem is, this was NOT a winter excursion, but rather a SPRING excursion...


Restored Climax Locomotive Truck Rolling in the MSR&LHA Workshop in Cass, WV

Published: May 08, 2011
Length: 57:56 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: gbcurtis

After about ten years, the faithful and enduring Climax Restoration Team, led by Master Machinist Grady Smith, has restored one of three trucks for the ancient locomotive to full operation....


Whistles at Cass

Published: July 23, 2008
Length: 39:25 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: k3nk

I am always drawn to West Virginia for the sounds of steam whistles in the mountains. Trains are from Cass Scenic RR and Durbin and Greenbrier RR.


The 2006 Cass Scenic Railroad Railfan Weekend

Published: May 31, 2007
Length: 56:08 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Jason Lowe Photography

Sunday morning runbys in Cass at the 2006 Railfan Weekend, including several runbys and the famous three locomotive "race". Cass Railfan Weekend is sponsored by the Mountain State Railroad...


Cass Railroad, USA - Problem at the Water Tank

Published: March 06, 2014
Length: 37:35 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Fern Bahn

1st June 2013 -- the spout support collapses as the afternoon train from Whittaker stops for water at the Cass water tank. 1. Juni 2013 -- beim Wasserfassen bricht die Aufhaengung des Schwenkarms...


Cass Shay #11 At Crossing

Published: June 11, 2008
Length: 23:59 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: anopendoorpost

Cass Scenic Railroad Shay #11 at road crossing. Full 47 minute DVD of #2 & #11. Catalog: Send SAE to: AODP, 7500 Robinwood Ct, Chesterfield, VA 23832.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Green Bank Telescope

The Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope (GBT) is the world's largest fully steerable radio telescope. It is part of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) site at Green Bank, West Virginia, USA. The telescope honors the name of the late Senator Robert C. Byrd. The GBT operates at meter to millimeter wavelengths.

Located at 38.4331, -79.8397 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Astronomical observatories in West Virginia, Buildings and structures in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, Landmarks in West Virginia, Radio telescopes

Green Bank Interferometer

The Green Bank Interferometer (GBI) is a former radio astronomy telescope located at Green Bank, West Virginia and operated by the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO). It included three radio telescopes of 85-foot (26m) diameter, designated 85-1, 85-3, and 85-2 (85-1 is also known as the Tatel Telescope). The GBI began operation in 1964 as a two element interferometer in order to test large aperture synthesis arrays and study radio astrometry and interstellar scintillation.

Located at 38.4328, -79.8394 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Astronomical observatories in West Virginia, Buildings and structures in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, Landmarks in West Virginia, Radio telescopes

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