Charleston, West Virginia – Summer warmth returns to West Virginia this Saturday with clear skies and highs near 70°F, but Memorial Day plans may be washed out as storms threaten by Monday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, Saturday will offer ideal outdoor weather across Kanawha and surrounding counties, with mostly sunny skies and light winds topping out near 7 mph. Sunday will hold steady near 70°F, though clouds will increase and bring a 20% chance of showers by late afternoon.
By Monday night, confidence grows in a more impactful weather shift. Showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop after 2 a.m. Tuesday, with a 60% chance of rain and a low near 58°F. NWS forecasters advise residents in Charleston and along U.S. Route 60 to prepare for wet road conditions and possible lightning delays during late-night or early-morning travel.
Memorial Day itself will be partly sunny with a high of 74°F before clouds and storms settle in. Tuesday will see a continuation of rain and possible thunderstorms, with chances peaking at 80% and temperatures holding in the low 60s. Keep devices charged and limit travel during storm windows.
Looking ahead:
- Wednesday: A 40% chance of showers with cooler temps near 58°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, 77°F, with a 30% storm chance
- Friday: Warm and drier, ideal for early June events
Stay weather-aware through the holiday and monitor local alerts, especially heading into Monday night’s storm window.
