Charleston, WV – Residents of West Virginia should brace for an active weather week, as the forecast calls for ongoing showers and thunderstorms through Saturday. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Charleston has warned of potential localized flash flooding due to heavy rainfall at times. Strong thunderstorms are expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday, bringing risks of damaging winds and large hail.
The NWS reports that the likelihood of precipitation will remain elevated throughout the week, with the highest chances occurring on Wednesday and Thursday. Cities like Athens, Beckley, and Charleston could experience precipitation probabilities ranging from 45% to 65%, particularly in the afternoons and evenings.
Today’s excessive rain outlook highlights a risk of localized flooding in areas including Charleston, Clarksburg, and Beckley. Residents are urged to stay cautious and avoid driving through flooded roads, heeding the NWS’s advice: “Turn Around, Don’t Drown!”
Temperatures will range from the mid-70s to mid-90s this week, with Charleston reaching a high of 90°F today. By Saturday, temperatures are expected to drop to the lower 80s. The weather will remain humid, which will contribute to the development of storms throughout the week.
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