Charleston, WV — A surge of warm air will push across West Virginia starting Thursday, but residents should prepare for scattered thunderstorms Friday afternoon as a warm front moves north.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, highs on Friday could reach 78°F in Charleston and 80°F in Huntington. While Thursday remains sunny and mild across most regions — including Beckley at 58°F and Elkins at 56°F — Friday’s system is expected to trigger isolated thunderstorms, especially in the southern and central parts of the state.
Although storms are currently forecast to remain non-severe, residents in Athens, Parkersburg, and Beckley should stay alert to changing weather conditions. The pattern will ease Saturday, with dry and warm conditions likely, before more rain and thunderstorm activity returns late Sunday into early Monday.
Drivers should prepare for wet roadways Friday afternoon and evening. Anyone with weekend travel plans is advised to monitor updates at weather.gov/rlx.
Stay weather-aware and avoid outdoor plans during peak storm hours Friday afternoon. Keep devices charged and check forecasts frequently as the front advances.
