West Virginia wakes up to crisp air and pale sunshine filtering over the Kanawha Valley. Thermometers hover near 30 degrees this morning in Charleston, and frost clings to rooftops and windshields. The chill is sharp for late March. Drivers along I-64 and I-77 should watch for isolated slick spots on shaded bridges, especially where moisture lingers from recent damp ground. Flash freezing can still happen this time of year.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, Yeager Airport started the morning near 33 degrees with calm wind and clear skies. High pressure parked over the Appalachians keeps skies bright today, with afternoon highs climbing near 51 degrees. Conditions stay mostly clear into tonight, with lows again dipping near 30.
Bundle up early. Layers come off by afternoon.
Sunday turns milder, with highs pushing the upper 60s. Southwest winds increase slightly by Monday, sending temperatures near 70 degrees with a slight chance of showers after 2 p.m. By Tuesday, spring warmth builds further. Highs reach the low 80s, a brief “summer tease” before wetter weather moves in.
Rain chances jump to 80 percent Wednesday, with showers and possible thunderstorms affecting the morning commute. Wet pavement and reduced visibility could slow traffic near Yeager Airport and across Kanawha County schools.
Plan yard work and travel for the dry stretch through Tuesday. Keep umbrellas ready by midweek.
Looking ahead, early April trends warmer than normal, signaling a steady shift into spring across West Virginia.
Five-Day Outlook for Charleston, WV:
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 68.
Monday: Slight shower chance, high 70.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 83.
Wednesday: Rain likely, high 76.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 63.
