West Virginia – Frost clings to windshields this morning as bitter February air holds firm across the Kanawha Valley. Side streets feel stiff underfoot, and patches of moisture refreeze quickly after sunrise, setting the stage for slick travel early today.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, temperatures started the day in the single digits, with calm winds allowing cold air to settle into valleys. Highs today recover only into the lower 30s, with spotty flurries possible this afternoon and early evening.
Conditions turn more active Tuesday as milder air noses in ahead of an approaching system. Light rain and snow may develop before midday, then become more widespread through the afternoon. Pavement temperatures remain cold, raising concern for brief slick spots, especially on bridges and shaded stretches of I-64, I-77, and Route 119.
By Tuesday night into early Wednesday, colder air returns. Rain is expected to change back to snow, with light accumulation possible before daybreak. Even minor snowfall could cause flash freezing where daytime melting occurs. Drivers should plan extra time and watch for sudden changes after sunset.
Wednesday stays mostly cloudy and cold, with highs near freezing. Another weak system may bring additional snow chances Friday afternoon into Friday night, keeping winter impacts in play as the weekend approaches.
Looking ahead, meteorologists note signs of a gradual warming trend late next week, hinting at early spring relief after this stretch of winter weather. Until then, keep layers handy and stay alert on the roads. Seeing slick spots where you live? Share what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Outlook for Charleston, WV
- Monday: High 33°F, chance of flurries
- Tuesday: High 41°F, rain and snow likely
- Wednesday: High 32°F, mostly cloudy
- Thursday: High 28°F, partly sunny
- Friday: High 38°F, snow likely by afternoon
