West Virginia – Wet pavement and low gray clouds are already settling over the Kanawha Valley, and drivers will notice reduced traction as rain spreads across Charleston through the late morning hours. Expect steady showers to ramp up before lunchtime, making I-64 and Route 119 slick during peak travel hours. Plan extra time and keep headlights on.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, rain chances climb to 70% through the day with highs reaching near 71°F. Winds remain light, but brief downpours could reduce visibility below a mile at times. Road spray and standing water may develop on heavily traveled corridors.
Showers ease slightly into the evening, but the pattern stays active. A warmer push arrives by Tuesday, sending temperatures to 82°F with scattered afternoon storms. That warmth may feel like an early taste of summer, but it fuels instability ahead of a stronger system.
By Wednesday, conditions shift again. Rain chances jump to 90%, with periods of heavier showers and possible thunderstorms. ქუჩ Flood-prone areas in Charleston, including low-lying streets near the Elk and Kanawha rivers, could see minor water issues if rainfall repeats over the same zones.
Drivers should stay alert for quick changes. Wet roads during the day can refreeze in cooler pockets overnight, especially on bridges and elevated surfaces. Keep devices charged and check for updated alerts.
Looking ahead, signs of spring warmth build into early April, but the unsettled pattern lingers. More advisories may be issued as midweek rain intensifies.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, West Virginia:
Monday: Showers likely, high 71°F, rain 70%
Tuesday: Partly sunny, scattered storms after 2 p.m., high 82°F
Wednesday: Showers and storms likely, high 81°F, rain 90%
Thursday: Chance of rain after 2 p.m., high 80°F
Friday: Continued rain chances, high near 81°F
