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Danstown, West Virginia
Danstown, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Danstown, West Virginia
Danstown, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Danstown, West Virginia is located in the United States
Danstown, West Virginia
Danstown, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Jackson
Elevation
676 ft (206 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1554255

Danstown is a small, unincorporated community located in Jackson County, West Virginia, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council.

Discovering Danstown, West Virginia

Danstown is found within the beautiful state of West Virginia. It's a quiet place where people live without the busy feel of a big city. The community is part of Jackson County, which is known for its scenic landscapes.

Where is Danstown Located?

Danstown is situated in the western part of West Virginia. Its exact location can be pinpointed using special geographic coordinates. These coordinates are like a unique address on a map for any place on Earth.

Geographic Details

  • Danstown is located at 38 degrees, 46 minutes, 15 seconds North latitude.
  • It is also at 81 degrees, 47 minutes, 12 seconds West longitude.
  • The community sits at an elevation of 676 feet (about 206 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than the ocean.

Time Zone Information

Like many places in the eastern United States, Danstown observes the Eastern Time Zone.

Standard and Daylight Saving Time

  • During most of the year, Danstown uses Eastern Standard Time (EST). This is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5).
  • In the warmer months, people in Danstown switch to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). This means clocks are moved forward by one hour, making it 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4). This change helps make the most of daylight during the evenings.
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