Charleston, West Virginia – A wintry mix transitioning from snow to freezing drizzle may create slick travel conditions along I-64 and mountain routes through 3 p.m. today.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for the Northern Mountain Zones until 3 p.m. Wednesday. Snow showers are expected to transition to a mix of rain, snow, and freezing drizzle during the afternoon hours.
Light ice accumulations are possible in higher elevations, particularly along U.S. Route 33 near Elkins and U.S. Route 50 across the northern mountains. Drivers may encounter slick bridges, untreated secondary roads, and reduced visibility during periods of mixed precipitation.
Elsewhere across lowland areas including Charleston, Parkersburg, and Beckley, precipitation will trend more toward rain as temperatures rise closer to or slightly above freezing.
Looking ahead, forecasters are monitoring a southern storm system expected to move into the region Sunday into Monday. While the exact track remains uncertain, additional rainfall is possible. The primary concern remains runoff and flooding, especially given saturated soils and ongoing snowmelt.
Officials note that the combination of rain, melting snow, and saturated ground could lead to at least minor flooding issues in the coming days.
Commuters, school districts, and delivery drivers should prepare for changing road conditions today and monitor updates ahead of the weekend system.
