Charleston, W.Va. – Drivers across West Virginia should plan for reduced visibility Monday morning as patchy fog develops along I-64 near Charleston. Cooler air settling into the region overnight will mix with lingering humidity, creating slick spots for early commuters. Residents are urged to use headlights, slow down, and allow extra travel time.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, conditions will improve by mid-morning Monday with mostly sunny skies and highs near 77. Winds remain light, shifting west at 5 to 8 mph, keeping the air comfortable through the afternoon. Overnight lows will dip to the mid-50s, a noticeable break from recent August heat.
The calmer stretch continues into Tuesday, with abundant sunshine and highs in the mid-70s. Low humidity will make conditions ideal for outdoor work, school activities, and late-summer events. By midweek, temperatures gradually rise, but no major storms or severe weather appear in the outlook.
Regional travelers across Kanawha and Putnam counties should stay alert early Monday, especially along low-lying areas and river valleys prone to morning fog. Those heading toward Huntington or Beckley on I-64 may encounter brief delays until visibility improves.
Clear skies and cooler nights will dominate through midweek before warmer weather returns Thursday and Friday. Residents can expect a comfortable stretch that offers a welcome pause from August extremes.
The next round of updates from the National Weather Service will come Monday morning, but no advisories are currently in place.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV:
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 77, low 54.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 74, low 52.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 75, low 51.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 78, low 53.
- Friday: Sunny, high 80, low 54.
