Charleston, WV – Residents across West Virginia will enjoy a stretch of dry, warm weather through the weekend, but forecasters warn changes are on the horizon by early next week. Afternoon highs are expected to climb into the mid-80s across the lowlands and mid-60s in the higher elevations, with overnight lows dipping into the 40s and 50s.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a dominant high-pressure system will keep skies mostly sunny through Monday, extending favorable conditions for outdoor plans. However, a cold front is expected to arrive by Tuesday, bringing the next chance for rain showers that may last into Wednesday.
Daytime highs this weekend will generally reach the upper 70s to mid-80s across much of the state, with mountain areas staying cooler in the 60s and 70s. Overnight lows will range from the low 40s in higher elevations to the mid-50s in the valleys.
By early next week, cooler weather will follow the rain system, with high temperatures dropping back into the 60s and lows in the 40s becoming common across the region. This shift will mark the start of a more autumn-like pattern.
The National Weather Service encourages residents to take advantage of the warm, dry weekend before unsettled weather arrives.
