West Virginia – A thin layer of frost clings to rooftops across Charleston before sunrise, glowing softly under scattered stars as a cold breeze pushes down the Kanawha River valley. The morning feels crisp, almost metallic, with damp pavement shimmering beneath early streetlights. Calm air dominates now, but moisture gathers to the southwest, ready to bring a quick but meaningful shift in the region’s late-fall pattern.

According to the National Weather Service Charleston, skies turn milder through the morning as sunshine lifts temperatures into the mid-60s. Wind stays light until later in the day, when southwest flow increases ahead of a developing disturbance. Residents preparing for weekend events or early Thanksgiving errands should monitor changes after sunset because thicker clouds and scattered showers may arrive faster than expected. Keep phones charged and allow flexibility for evening travel along I-64, I-77, and local mountain passes where visibility can drop quickly.

According to West Virginia Emergency Management, rain becomes more likely Saturday, with gusts reaching 20–25 mph during the afternoon. A Winter Tease emerges Sunday as cooler air edges into the state. While Charleston stays too warm for flakes in this setup, higher ridges east of the city may see a brief snow chance as colder pockets mix with lingering moisture. No accumulation is expected, but the transition hints at a broader November trend — models continue to hint at a late-month cold snap that could influence pre-Thanksgiving travel.

Sunday turns calmer late in the day, offering a better window for road trips, leaf cleanup, or holiday planning. After all, November in West Virginia can pivot quickly, and this weekend marks the first meaningful step toward winter.

Five-Day Forecast for Charleston, WV:

Fri: 64/51 – Sunny; increasing clouds late.
Sat: 69/49 – Rain likely; breezy at times.
Sun: 57/31 – Slight rain chance; cooler air moves in.
Mon: 53/36 – Sunny; seasonable.
Tue: 51/38 – Mostly cloudy; rain chance returns.