Charleston drivers could face slick commutes on I-64 Thursday as strong thunderstorms move through West Virginia, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds. Travel delays, flooded roadways, and possible power outages could develop as showers intensify through Thursday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, storms may roll in Wednesday afternoon and last through late Thursday. Winds could gust up to 20 mph, with rainfall totals topping half an inch in localized downpours. Commuters along I-64 and Route 119 should prepare for sudden visibility drops and ponding water during peak travel hours.
Thursday’s high will reach near 77°F before storms settle in overnight. Scattered showers may linger into early Friday, with a 50% chance of rain for the morning drive. By the weekend, conditions improve, but more scattered showers return Saturday, which may disrupt outdoor fall activities and Friday night football games across Kanawha and Putnam counties.
Safety officials advise avoiding flooded back roads and checking headlights, wipers, and phone chargers before travel. Residents should stay weather-aware as alerts may extend into the weekend.
Mostly sunny skies return Friday afternoon with highs in the mid-80s. Saturday brings cooler highs in the mid-70s with periodic showers. By Sunday, sunshine dominates, setting up more comfortable fall-like weather into early next week.
Warnings remain in place through Thursday night, and more updates may follow if storms strengthen.
Five-Day Forecast for Charleston, WV:
- Thursday: High 77°F, thunderstorms and showers likely, storm risk through late night.
- Friday: High 86°F, mostly sunny, slight shower chance early.
- Saturday: High 74°F, scattered showers, cooler.
- Sunday: High 74°F, sunny and calm.
- Monday: High 78°F, mostly clear and warmer.
