West Virginia – Warm air is building fast and the breeze feels unsettled, a clear signal storms are about to develop and change conditions quickly across Charleston.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are expected this afternoon with a 90% chance of rain and wind gusts reaching up to 24 mph. Some storms may produce brief heavy downpours, reducing visibility and creating slick roads.
Across Charleston, South Charleston, and Kanawha County, travel conditions will worsen through the afternoon. Rain will move in quickly, impacting I-64, I-77, and Route 119. Expect wet pavement and slower traffic during heavier showers. Plan extra time and avoid sudden braking.
Storms taper later, but cooler air follows quickly. By Sunday, highs drop into the low 60s with only a slight chance of lingering showers. Skies begin to clear, but the air turns noticeably cooler and breezy.
The biggest shift arrives Sunday night into early Monday. Temperatures fall into the upper 30s, and areas of frost may develop by early morning. This could impact gardens and sensitive plants. Take steps to protect outdoor vegetation.
Monday brings sunshine but cooler conditions, with highs near 55°F. Another chilly night follows with lows in the mid-30s. By Tuesday, temperatures rebound into the low 70s under mostly sunny skies.
A steady warm-up continues into midweek, with highs climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s, signaling a return to spring warmth across the region.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV:
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 87°F
Sunday: Slight chance of showers, high near 61°F
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 55°F, low near 34°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 72°F
Wednesday: Chance of showers, high near 76°F
