Alpena, West Virginia facts for kids
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Alpena
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 Alpena
Location in West Virginia
Alpena
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Randolph |
| Elevation | 2,717 ft (828 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1553717 |
Alpena is a small, quiet place in Randolph County, West Virginia, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
What's in a Name?
The name Alpena comes from the word "Alpine." Many of the first people who settled here came from Switzerland. They probably named it Alpena because it reminded them of the beautiful Alps mountains in their home country.
Weather in Alpena
Alpena has what is called a "humid continental climate." This means it has four distinct seasons. Summers are usually warm and humid. Winters are cold, with snow. Spring and autumn are mild.
See also
In Spanish: Alpena (Virginia Occidental) para niños
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