Got weekend plans? You’ll probably want to check the weather twice. West Virginia’s serving up a little bit of everything over the next few days: cool mountain showers, a perfect spring Sunday, and then — because of course — a shot at strong storms on Monday night.
Let’s break it down before you accidentally plan a cookout during a thunderstorm.
Friday & Saturday: Misty Mountains and Damp Vibes
If you’re in the mountains — especially the eastern ridges — expect light showers to come and go through Saturday. It’s not a washout, but definitely enough to make the trails soggy and the sky moody.
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Highs are topping out in the low-to-mid 50s, which sounds okay until you factor in the dampness and wind.
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Nighttime temps? 30s. Not quite freezing, but you’ll want an extra blanket and maybe skip the porch hangout.
It’s the kind of weather that makes you want soup, a hoodie, and maybe a nap.
Sunday: Go Outside. No, Really.
Now this is the day you’ve been waiting for. After two days of “meh,” Sunday brings sunshine, dry skies, and some much-needed warmth.
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Expect mid-60s, light breezes, and actual sunshine breaking through.
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Whether you’re going for a hike, firing up the grill, or just sitting on the porch with a coffee — this is your window.
Seriously, if you have anything fun or productive planned this weekend? Do it Sunday. Because Monday…
Monday Evening: Keep an Eye on the Sky
Monday starts out just fine — maybe even a little too fine. It’ll feel warm and kind of sticky, with highs climbing into the mid-70s. And you know what that usually means around here.
By late afternoon into Monday night, a line of strong storms could roll through.
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Thunderstorms are likely.
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Some could bring hail, strong winds, and localized flooding.
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You’ll definitely want to pay attention to alerts if you’re planning to be on the road or outside Monday evening.
This is one of those systems that could ramp up fast — the kind where things look okay until they suddenly aren’t.
Heads-Up Tips
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Charge your phone before Monday night, and turn on weather alerts.
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Sunday night’s a good time to secure the patio furniture.
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If you’re a Monday evening jogger, walker, or backyard griller… maybe don’t be.
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And if you live near creeks or streams, keep an eye out for rising water.
A Very West Virginia Weekend Forecast
Look, if you’ve lived here long enough, none of this surprises you. April in West Virginia is like a sampler platter of weather — a little chill, a little sun, a little chaos.
Just roll with it: layer up Friday, live your best life Sunday, and keep your umbrella and weather app handy for Monday. You’ll be fine — just maybe don’t put the winter coat away just yet.
