Charleston, W.Va. – Fall will officially begin at 2:19 p.m. Monday, but West Virginia residents may have little time to enjoy it as heavy rain and severe storms threaten parts of the state through the afternoon and evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, an upper-level disturbance combined with high moisture levels will bring scattered thunderstorms, some reaching strong to severe levels. Damaging winds and hail are the primary hazards, with localized flooding possible in low-lying areas and along roads.
Communities including Huntington, Charleston, Parkersburg, and Beckley sit under a marginal risk for both severe weather and excessive rainfall. The storms are expected to develop by midday and intensify through the evening commute, raising concerns for poor visibility, ponding on highways, and potential power outages.
Drivers are urged to avoid water-covered roads and use caution during heavy downpours. Residents should secure outdoor items, charge devices, and monitor updates as additional advisories could be issued.
The storm threat will taper off overnight, but unsettled conditions may linger into Tuesday.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV
- Monday: Storms likely, heavy rain, highs near 78.
- Tuesday: Scattered showers, cooler, highs near 72.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy, breezy, highs in the upper 60s.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, crisp, highs near 70.
- Friday: Clear and cool, highs in the upper 60s, lows in the 40s.
