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Charleston, WV Weather Nov. 4-9: 90% Rain Chance Before 34° Frost Risk Monday
WEST VIRGINIA — Rain soaked pavement, possible thunderstorms and gusty winds will give way to colder November air across Charleston, with temperatures dropping from 75 degrees Wednesday to near 34 deg
By Caleb Mercer · 2026-11-04T09:18:09.704Z
WEST VIRGINIA — Rain soaked pavement, possible thunderstorms and gusty winds will give way to colder November air across Charleston, with temperatures dropping from 75 degrees Wednesday to near 34 degrees by early Monday, Nov. 9.
The National Weather Service in Charleston expects rain chances to reach 90% Wednesday night before a cooler, drier weather pattern settles across the Kanawha Valley.
The biggest temperature change arrives this weekend, with Saturday night's low approaching 36 degrees and patchy frost possible early Monday.
That represents a 41 degree difference between Wednesday's expected afternoon high and Monday morning's forecast low.
Wednesday, Nov. 4: Rain Chances Reach 90%, Thunderstorms Possible Wednesday brings increasing rain chances, with showers becoming likely after 3 p.m.
Thunderstorms are possible during the afternoon, particularly after 1 p.m., as temperatures climb toward 75 degrees.
South winds of 8 to 11 mph could produce gusts reaching 22 mph.
Rain chances reach 70% during the day before increasing to 90% Wednesday night.
The National Weather Service expects between one tenth and one quarter inch of rain Wednesday night, with higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Rain and possible thunderstorms continue before 4 a.m. Thursday, followed by additional showers.
Drivers traveling I 64, I 77 and I 79 should prepare for potentially wet pavement and changing visibility during heavier rainfall.
The local forecast does not identify a specific tornado threat or severe thunderstorm warning for Charleston.
Thursday Through Saturday: Temperatures Begin Falling Thursday, Nov. 5, brings gradual clearing after morning clouds, with temperatures reaching approximately 72 degrees.
Friday turns mostly sunny with a high near 68 degrees, although a slight chance of rain returns after 1 a.m. Saturday.
By Saturday, temperatures fall considerably.
Partly sunny skies accompany a high near 56 degrees, nearly 20 degrees below Wednesday's expected high.
Saturday night brings temperatures down to approximately 36 degrees, signaling a noticeably colder start to the weekend's second half.
Residents should consider finishing outdoor cleanup and protecting temperature sensitive plants as colder mornings approach.
Sunday Into Monday: Frost Becomes Possible Sunday, Nov. 8, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 58 degrees.
Temperatures then fall to approximately 34 degrees early Monday, when patchy frost becomes possible after 3 a.m.
The National Weather Service also forecasts areas of frost Monday morning, followed by sunshine and temperatures near 60 degrees.
Patchy frost could return Tuesday morning as temperatures approach 35 degrees.
While frost is possible, the current outlook does not indicate snow, freezing rain or widespread icy road conditions.
Charleston Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 4 8 Wednesday, Nov. 4: High 75°. Rain likely with possible thunderstorms. Rain chance 70%, increasing to 90% Wednesday night. Low 60°. Thursday, Nov. 5: Morning clouds, then gradual clearing. High 72°. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low 48°. Friday, Nov. 6: Mostly sunny, high 68°. Slight rain chance after 1 a.m. Saturday. Low 42°. Saturday, Nov. 7: Partly sunny, high 56°. Partly cloudy Saturday night, low 36°. Sunday, Nov. 8: Mostly sunny, high 58°. Patchy frost possible early Monday, low 34°. Looking Ahead: Frost Risk Extends Into Tuesday Monday brings sunshine and a high near 60 degrees after areas of morning frost.
Tuesday starts with additional areas of frost before temperatures climb toward 65 degrees.
The immediate concern remains Wednesday's rain and possible thunderstorms, followed by colder weekend temperatures and an increasing frost risk early next week.
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