Charleston, WV – Residents of West Virginia should prepare for an active weather pattern this week, with chances of showers and thunderstorms expected to continue through Saturday. Localized flash flooding is a possibility as rainfall could be intense at times. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston issued a forecast indicating a significant chance of strong thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday, which could produce damaging winds and possibly large hail.
According to the NWS, the probability of precipitation will remain high throughout the week, with the highest chances on Wednesday and Thursday. Areas like Athens, Beckley, and Charleston are expected to see precipitation probabilities ranging from 45% to 65%, especially during the afternoons and evenings.
The excessive rain outlook for today shows that parts of the state, including Charleston, Clarksburg, and Beckley, are at risk of localized flooding. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and avoid driving through flooded roads, adhering to the NWS’s warning, “Turn Around, Don’t Drown!”
Temperatures this week will range from the mid-70s to mid-90s, with Charleston reaching a high of 90°F today, cooling slightly by Saturday with highs in the lower 80s. The weather will remain humid, contributing to the storm development.
