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West Virginia Weather Update: Dry Skies, 70s Through Wednesday Oct 28
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can expect a stretch of dry fall weather through at least the middle of the upcoming week, with chilly mornings giving way to pleasant afternoons as temperatur
By Grant Holloway · 2026-10-24T22:29:34.421Z
Charleston, WV – West Virginia residents can expect a stretch of dry fall weather through at least the middle of the upcoming week, with chilly mornings giving way to pleasant afternoons as temperatures climb into the 70s across much of the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, dry conditions are expected to continue through at least Wednesday, October 28, with afternoon temperatures gradually warming through Thursday.
Chilly Mornings Give Way to Warmer Afternoons Sunday, October 25, will begin with temperatures in the 30s and lower 40s across many communities.
Charleston is forecast to reach 70 degrees Sunday after a morning low near 41. Huntington could reach 72 degrees, while Parkersburg and Athens, Ohio, are expected to climb to around 69.
Higher elevations will remain noticeably cooler. Snowshoe is forecast to reach only 52 degrees Sunday, with a morning low near 34.
Temperatures Climb Through Midweek By Monday, October 26, afternoon highs are expected to reach 72 degrees in Charleston, 73 in Huntington and 74 in Ashland, Kentucky.
Tuesday brings additional warming, with highs around 73 in Charleston, 74 in Huntington and 75 in Pineville.
Wednesday, October 28, continues the mild pattern, with Charleston reaching approximately 74 degrees and Huntington climbing to 75.
Morning temperatures will gradually moderate, although several mountain communities could continue experiencing lows in the 30s and 40s.
Some Communities Approach 80 Thursday By Thursday, October 29, temperatures could reach 78 degrees in Ashland, Kentucky, and 77 in Huntington and Grayson, Kentucky.
Charleston is forecast to reach 74 degrees, while Parkersburg could climb to 75.
The extended dry pattern should provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities, fall yardwork and travel throughout the region.
Residents should still prepare for substantial temperature differences between early morning and afternoon hours, especially in higher elevations.
For updated local forecasts, visit the National Weather Service at weather.gov/rlx.