Charleston, WV – Showers will linger across West Virginia’s mountainous regions through Saturday, followed by a heightened risk of strong storms early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a weather disturbance is bringing light rain and isolated thunderstorms to higher elevations Friday into Saturday. Some areas, including Snowshoe, Elkins, and Beckley, may see snow showers over elevated terrain late Friday night into Saturday morning.
Temperatures will trend cooler across the lowlands overnight Saturday, with a chance for frost in valleys such as Huntington and Charleston early Sunday morning. High pressure is expected to provide a dry and mild Sunday statewide.
Rain chances return Monday afternoon as a strong cold front moves into the region. Widespread thunderstorms are likely from late Monday into Monday night, with some storms potentially becoming strong to severe. Cities including Clarksburg, Parkersburg, and Williamson face up to a 65% chance of precipitation by Monday evening.
Residents should monitor local alerts and prepare for changing weather, especially in higher elevations. Avoid travel in slick or snowy areas overnight Friday into Saturday, and secure loose outdoor items ahead of Monday’s potential storms.
