Cortland, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cortland
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 Cortland
Location in West Virginia
Cortland
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Tucker |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1550795 |
Cortland is a small, unincorporated community located in Tucker County, West Virginia, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's usually governed by the county.
This community is found where West Virginia Secondary Routes 35 and 35/18 meet. Cortland was first known as Cortlands. Its name was officially changed to Cortland on March 26, 1888, by the post office. For many years, Cortland had its own school, Cortland Grade School, which served local students until it closed in 1933.
Understanding Cortland's Climate
The weather in Cortland has mild differences between its highest and lowest temperatures. It also gets enough rainfall throughout the year. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Cortland has a type of climate called a "Cfb" climate. This is also known as a marine west coast climate. It means the area usually has cool summers and mild winters, with rain spread out evenly.
