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West Virginia Weather Alert: Charleston Near Freezing Friday, Nov 10-14
WEST VIRGINIA — Sunshine and 70 degree warmth will give way to soaking rain and a sharp November cooldown across Charleston this week.
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-10T09:03:49.956Z
WEST VIRGINIA — Sunshine and 70 degree warmth will give way to soaking rain and a sharp November cooldown across Charleston this week.
By Friday morning, temperatures will fall into the 30s, followed by lows approaching the upper 20s this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, an 80% chance of rain develops Wednesday night and continues Thursday.
The changing weather will affect Charleston, Kanawha County and communities throughout the Kanawha Valley.
Warm Weather Gives Way to Thursday Rain Tuesday, November 10, brings sunny skies and highs near 70 degrees.
South winds of 5 to 7 mph shift west during the afternoon.
Wednesday, Veterans Day, remains relatively mild, with partly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 69 degrees.
These warmer conditions offer residents an opportunity to clear fallen leaves, clean gutters and secure outdoor decorations.
However, the weather changes Wednesday night.
Rain becomes likely after 1 a.m. Thursday, with precipitation chances reaching 80%.
Rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible Wednesday night.
Thursday Brings Rain and Falling Temperatures Thursday, November 12, brings rain and highs near 56 degrees.
The National Weather Service maintains an 80% precipitation probability through the day.
Additional rainfall is expected to remain below one tenth inch, according to the supplied outlook.
Drivers using Interstate 64, Interstate 77 and Interstate 79 should prepare for wet pavement and potentially reduced visibility.
Rain remains likely Thursday evening, with precipitation chances around 60%.
Temperatures then drop toward 34 degrees.
That marks a significant departure from the early week's mild afternoons.
Friday's Cold Air Raises Weekend Freeze Concerns Friday, November 13, brings mostly cloudy skies, highs near 45 degrees and a 40% chance of rain.
By Friday night, temperatures are expected to fall toward 29 degrees.
That represents a 41 degree difference from Tuesday's afternoon high.
Saturday brings partly sunny skies and highs near 48 degrees.
However, temperatures could fall to approximately 27 degrees Saturday night.
Residents should protect sensitive plants, disconnect vulnerable outdoor hoses and prepare for freezing conditions.
Wet surfaces may become slippery if moisture remains when pavement temperatures fall below freezing.
No snow accumulation or flash freeze event is indicated in Charleston's supplied forecast.
Charleston Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 10 14 Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny and warm, high 70°F. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 43°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Partly sunny, high 69°F. Rain develops late Wednesday night, low 46°F, with an 80% precipitation chance. Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain, high 56°F. Precipitation chance 80%. Rain remains likely Thursday night, low 34°F, chance 60%. Friday, Nov. 13: Cloudy with a 40% chance of rain, high 45°F. Mostly cloudy Friday night, low 29°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Partly sunny, high 48°F. Partly cloudy Saturday night, low 27°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 15 16 Sunday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 50 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 28 degrees Sunday night.
Monday looks mostly sunny, with highs near 54 degrees.
As Thanksgiving approaches, additional cold air outbreaks could increase opportunities for winter precipitation across West Virginia.
However, no specific snowstorm or significant accumulation is established for Charleston in the available outlook.
The supplied local forecast also does not indicate a tornado threat.
Residents should monitor updated National Weather Service guidance as temperatures and precipitation timing evolve.
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