Charleston, WV – Warm, dry air is driving temperatures higher across West Virginia today, but changes arrive quickly as storm chances ramp up heading into the workweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, conditions will remain dry and breezy through this evening, with highs climbing into the upper 70s and low 80s across much of the state. Winds may gust at times, especially along higher elevations and open ճանապարհways.
By Monday afternoon, scattered showers and thunderstorms begin to develop, with rain chances reaching 30 to 60 percent across central and southern areas, including Charleston, Huntington, and Beckley. This pattern continues through midweek, with daily chances for storms.
Temperatures will continue to rise, peaking in the 70s to low 90s by Wednesday, marking one of the warmest stretches so far this season. The combination of heat and humidity could lead to brief heavy downpours and lightning with any storms.
Residents should prepare for changing conditions each afternoon, including wet roads and reduced visibility during storms. Keep devices charged and monitor alerts if storms approach.
The unsettled pattern will persist through Thursday, with additional updates likely as storm timing becomes clearer.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, West Virginia:
Sunday: Highs 60s to upper 80s, dry and breezy
Monday: Highs mid 60s to low 80s, storms likely (30–60%)
Tuesday: Highs upper 60s to mid 80s, scattered storms (20–40%)
Wednesday: Highs 70s to low 90s, storms possible (20–40%)
Thursday: Highs 70s to upper 80s, scattered storms (20–40%)
