Charleston, WV – Thunderstorm chances return across West Virginia on Wednesday, May 13, with a marginal risk for severe weather developing during the afternoon and evening hours, potentially impacting travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, storms are expected to develop after midday with an 80% chance of rain statewide. A few storms could become strong, producing damaging wind gusts, especially across lowland areas including Charleston, Huntington, and Parkersburg. While the severe threat remains limited, isolated impacts such as downed tree limbs and brief power outages are possible.
Temperatures will rise into the 70s across the lowlands, with 60s expected in the mountains, helping fuel instability during peak heating hours. Drivers along major corridors including I-64, I-77, and I-79 may encounter reduced visibility and ponding on roadways during heavier downpours late in the day.
Conditions shift Thursday, with rain chances dropping to around 60% and focusing mainly across the mountainous regions, including Randolph and Pocahontas counties. Cooler air follows, with highs in the 60s for lowland areas and 50s in higher elevations.
Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware and monitor forecast updates as conditions evolve through midweek.
