Charleston drivers should brace for more heat as temperatures climb close to 90°F Monday before a midweek cooldown offers some relief. Afternoon sun will drive up roadway glare along I-64, creating tough conditions for commuters during peak travel hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, Monday will bring mostly sunny skies with highs near 89°F. Nights stay warm, with lows around 61°F. Tuesday will be slightly cooler but still humid, with highs near 84°F under partly sunny skies. By Wednesday, the region dips into the mid-80s before scattered showers arrive late in the week.
Residents should stay hydrated, avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles, and limit outdoor activity during the hottest afternoon hours. Local officials also urge drivers to watch for reduced visibility from sun glare, especially on eastbound stretches of I-64 during the morning commute.
While the start of the week looks dry, models suggest a 30 percent chance of showers by Saturday, which could impact outdoor events and early fall festivals across Kanawha County. Power crews and emergency management teams remain on standby should stronger storms develop.
The warm pattern holds through midweek, but shifting winds and increasing clouds may finally break the heat by next weekend. Further advisories could follow if rainfall totals increase.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 89°F, low around 61°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 84°F, low around 60°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 85°F, low around 59°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 88°F, low around 61°F.
- Friday: Sunny during the day, turning partly cloudy at night. High near 88°F, low around 62°F.
