Charleston, WV – Today, Charleston residents can expect sunny skies and below-average temperatures, providing a pleasant Sunday with minimal humidity and calm winds. Temperatures are set to reach a high of 66 degrees today, with the cool weather ideal for outdoor activities. However, a noticeable shift in weather patterns is expected as a cold front approaches later this week, bringing rain by Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, sunny conditions will continue through midweek, maintaining a dry atmosphere across Charleston. Tonight, temperatures will drop to a low of 40 degrees, leading into a clear and calm Monday morning. Monday’s high is anticipated at 73 degrees, with similarly clear skies extending into Monday night, when temperatures will dip to 50 degrees.
As Tuesday arrives, the region will enjoy mostly sunny conditions and a high near 78 degrees, providing one of the warmest days this week. Clear skies and lows around 52 degrees will follow into Tuesday night, leading up to an exceptionally warm Wednesday with a high of 81 degrees.
On Thursday, the cold front is expected to introduce a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon, which will increase to 50% by the evening hours. Thursday’s high will hover around 67 degrees, with potential rain likely affecting late evening travel plans. The front is projected to bring a noticeable cooling effect, with lows dropping into the 40s by Friday.