West Virginia wakes up to the sound of steady rain tapping rooftops and pooling on roadways, with visibility reduced and slick pavement already slowing early travel across Charleston.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, rain and isolated thunderstorms continue through the morning hours with a 70% chance of precipitation and brief heavier bursts possible. Drivers along I-64 and I-77 should expect reduced visibility and minor ponding through the late morning commute.
Conditions gradually improve as drier air pushes in, though skies stay mostly cloudy into early afternoon. Temperatures hold near 54 degrees, then begin a slow clearing trend. By late day, some breaks of sun return, helping roads dry out. Still, keep headlights on and allow extra distance between vehicles during lingering showers.
A sharper change arrives after sunset. Temperatures fall quickly to around 30 degrees overnight, raising concerns for isolated slick spots where moisture lingers. Bridges and overpasses across Kanawha County may briefly ice up before sunrise. Plan for a cautious early drive.
The midweek stretch brings a noticeable shift. Sunshine builds Tuesday with highs in the mid-50s, followed by a warmer push into the upper 60s by Wednesday. By Thursday, spring warmth peaks near 76 degrees, though scattered rain returns during the day and into the evening.
This week tells a classic March story: wet start, chilly dip, then a fast rebound into spring warmth. Stay alert for changing road conditions and quick temperature swings. More updates are likely as conditions evolve. What are you seeing on the roads this morning?
Five Day Outlook for Charleston, West Virginia:
Today: Rain early, then gradual clearing, high near 54°
Tonight: Partly cloudy, low around 30°
Tuesday: Clouds decreasing, high near 56°
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 69°
Thursday: Chance of rain, warmer, high near 76°
