West Virginia – The air feels crisp this morning across Charleston as gray skies begin to lift and colder air edges closer from the Midwest. For now, residents will enjoy a quiet stretch of weather through Saturday before a Sunday storm system delivers a wet, chilly finish to the weekend — and possibly a brief rain-to-snow changeover as early December’s cold snap arrives.
Today will be mostly cloudy but dry, with highs near 40°F. Friday turns brighter and milder, reaching 36°F to 40°F, while Saturday brings a few clouds but pleasant late-fall sunshine. Those heading out for post-holiday travel or shopping should find good driving conditions across I-64, I-77, and I-79 through Saturday evening.
Conditions begin to change late Saturday night as moisture increases from the south. By Sunday morning, expect widespread rain, especially through the Kanawha Valley. Temperatures will hover in the mid-40s, but colder air filters in Sunday night, potentially turning rain to a mix or light snow, particularly over the eastern mountains.
Looking beyond the weekend, NOAA’s 6–10 Day Outlook points to below-normal temperatures and above-normal precipitation from Dec. 2–6 — a classic early-winter setup. Residents should prepare for frosty mornings, slick bridges, and the first real taste of December cold.
5-Day Outlook (Charleston, WV)
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 36°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 43°F.
- Sunday: Rain likely, high 47°F.
- Monday: Chance of snow, high 39°F.
- Tuesday: Cloudy with snow chance, high 39°F.
