West Virginia wakes up to steady light snow and slick pavement across Charleston, where temperatures sit at 24 degrees and wind chills hover in the teens. Snowflakes cling to guardrails along I-64 and I-77, and side streets remain snow covered as drivers head out late this morning. Conditions can change quickly, especially on bridges and overpasses.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 1 a.m. Tuesday. Additional snowfall up to 3 inches is possible, with wind gusts reaching 35 mph. Roads, particularly elevated surfaces, will likely stay slick through tonight.
Across Kanawha, Putnam, Boone and Logan counties, crews continue treating primary routes, but secondary roads remain slushy. Visibility may briefly drop during heavier bursts of snow. Allow extra braking distance and avoid sudden turns. Keep headlights on and watch for black ice where melting occurs this afternoon.
Temperatures climb into the mid-30s later today, which may cause partial melting. After sunset, surfaces can refreeze quickly. That flash-freeze setup often spikes crash reports in late February. Slow down and check WV511 before traveling.
By Wednesday, skies turn partly sunny with highs near 41 degrees. Rain chances return Wednesday night into Thursday as temperatures rise into the 50s. Early signs point to a milder stretch heading toward next weekend, with above-normal readings hinting at early spring vibes.
Five Day Outlook for Charleston, West Virginia:
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 41.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high 53.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 53.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 50.
Saturday: Sunny, high 63.
