Charleston, WV – West Virginians should prepare for a wet and potentially hazardous week as scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecasted today and tomorrow. Some storms could bring heavy rains and cause localized flooding, particularly in low-lying areas.
According to the US National Weather Service in Charleston, a cold front on Thursday will usher in less humid air, providing some relief from the sticky conditions. Today’s temperatures will reach the upper 60s to 70s in the mountains and the 80s in the lowlands. Thursday will see similar temperatures, with highs in the upper 60s to 70s in the mountains and low to mid-80s in the lowlands.
Friday and Saturday are expected to be drier, with Friday’s temperatures in the 70s for the mountains and 80s for the lowlands. Saturday will continue the trend with low 70s to low 80s in the mountains and mid-80s to 90 in the lowlands, bringing more sunshine to the region.
Humidity levels will begin to build back early next week, along with a return of rain chances. Sunday’s temperatures will rise to the 90s, continuing into the start of next week. Residents are advised to stay informed of the latest weather updates and be prepared for sudden changes.