Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents near Charleston should prepare for a change in the weather heading into the weekend. Friday is expected to bring showers and possible thunderstorms, especially in the evening, with conditions potentially impacting commuters on I-64. While Thursday brings sunny and mild conditions, Friday’s forecast suggests a 60% chance of rain by the evening.
According to the National Weather Service, Charleston will see clear skies today and Thursday night, with temperatures peaking at 67°F during the day before dropping to 38°F overnight. On Friday, the region will warm up, reaching a high of 77°F before showers develop in the afternoon. The best chance of thunderstorms is late Friday night, between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m., as a cold front moves through.
Drivers should exercise caution during evening commutes, as wet conditions could make roadways, particularly I-64, slick. Rainfall is expected to remain light, but heavier bursts are possible during thunderstorms. The National Weather Service advises keeping an eye on updated forecasts and preparing for a shift toward cooler, drier conditions by Saturday.
Looking ahead, the weekend brings a significant temperature drop, with highs only reaching the mid-60s. Saturday will start cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the morning, but sunshine will return by the afternoon. Sunday continues the cool and sunny trend, providing ideal fall conditions for outdoor activities.
Plan ahead for cooler mornings, as overnight lows this weekend will dip into the mid-30s, with frost possible in higher elevations.