Charleston, W.Va. – Scattered thunderstorms are expected to linger across central West Virginia through Wednesday night, raising concerns about heavy downpours before a stretch of sunny weather arrives to close out the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, showers and thunderstorms will develop after 8 a.m. Wednesday, with a 50% chance of rain. Some storms could produce higher rainfall amounts in localized spots, especially during the afternoon and evening commute hours. Overnight lows will remain muggy, near 67 degrees, under mostly cloudy skies.
Travelers along Interstates 64 and 77 could face slick spots and brief visibility reductions during heavier downpours. Light winds will shift northwest later Wednesday, helping push storm activity east by Thursday. A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms remains for Thursday afternoon, before skies gradually clear overnight.
Friday and Saturday will turn sunny and hot, with highs climbing into the upper 80s. Residents should prepare for higher humidity as well, though outdoor conditions will be much more favorable heading into the weekend.
Storm chances return late Saturday night into early Sunday, but for now, the National Weather Service expects mainly scattered activity. Additional updates may be issued if storm coverage expands.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV
- Wednesday: High 86, scattered thunderstorms, 50% chance of rain. Low 67.
- Thursday: High 84, isolated thunderstorms, 30% chance. Low 66.
- Friday: Sunny, high 88, low 66.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 89; 30% chance of late storms. Low 66.
- Sunday: High 85, partly sunny with a 30% chance of storms. Low 60.
