Charleston, West Virginia – Sweltering heat and relentless sunshine will grip the Charleston area through the weekend, sending afternoon highs soaring near or above 90°F from Friday through Sunday. Patchy fog may slow down early morning commuters, especially in low-lying areas and near the Kanawha River.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, dense fog could form after 5 a.m. Thursday, lingering until just after sunrise. Once the fog clears, the region enters a prolonged stretch of sunny, dry, and increasingly hot weather with very little wind relief. Highs will climb to 87°F on Thursday and reach 90°F by Saturday, peaking near 92°F on Sunday and Monday. Nighttime lows remain mild in the upper 60s to low 70s, offering limited overnight cooling.
Drivers along I-64, US-119, and US-60 should stay alert for sudden drops in visibility each morning. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning. No rain or storm threats are expected before early next week, but forecasters are tracking increasing chances for showers and thunderstorms starting Tuesday.
Hot, sunny conditions will dominate central and western West Virginia until at least Monday, with any break in the pattern unlikely before midweek. The National Weather Service may issue additional advisories if heat or air quality becomes more hazardous.
Five Day Forecast for Charleston, WV:
Thursday: Sunny, high 87°F
Friday: Sunny, high 88°F
Saturday: Sunny, high 90°F
Sunday: Sunny, high 92°F
Monday: Sunny, high 92°F; chance of showers and storms returns Tuesday
