Heat without humidity makes for a picture perfect summer preview kind of day

Monday morning is crisp and cool with many starting the day in the upper 50s and low 60s. Sunrises and temps begin to climb into the 70s by lunchtime. A few clouds dot the otherwise blue sky for a picturesque lunch hour. We don’t stop there either, high pressure and light southwest breezes keep temps moving into the low to mid 80s by our evening rush hour. Windows down, music up kind of commute.

Evening plans tonight are looking fantastic with temps around the upper 70s by sunset, mid 60s by midnight and clear skies to watch the half moon rising. Winds out of the south keep us mild so gardeners have nothing to worry about as we dip into the upper 50s for lows.

Tuesday an early morning cold front brings a few showers pre-dawn with heavier rain expected by mid-morning. By 2pm, a few breaks in the rain and clouds allows for sunshine to poke through. At least helping temps remain in the upper 70s. The extra energy from the sun will foster a few pop-up thunderstorms in the afternoon. Showers and t-storms continue to move west to east through the evening hours in scattered fashion.

Severe weather risk remain low but lightning and brief heavy rainfall could lead to visibility issues and standing water on roads. After sunset, showers and storms fade for a humid and mild overnight with temps dropping into the low to mid 50s.

Wednesday we have just enough energy towards our eastern mountains a shower or two is possible but overall we generally dry out as the day goes on. A mix of sun and clouds at times for the afternoon won’t hurt temps much but we do cool into the upper 70s once again. Overnight lows still far away from any frost threats for early gardeners.

Thursday is shaping up to be a beautiful day as sunshine greets us out the door. Temps rise from the low to mid 50s into the 70s for the afternoon. Many pushing into the mid and upper 70s by the evening ride home. A few clouds Thursday night as another cold front looms towards our west but we remain dry until Friday.

Friday starts nice with increasing clouds. A few showers mid morning are possible but the bulk of the rain awaits the arrival of a cold front for the afternoon. A rumble of thunder towards the evening thanks to the 80 degree heat of the day. Many just seeing heavy downpours and steady rain as the front works east. Friday night, a few showers dot our interactive radar for mild and damp night with lows in the 50s.

Saturday another system slides in from the southwest with more rain chances for the day. Scattered but repetitive showers with afternoon thunderstorms will certainly keep roads slick with standing water possible. Temps take a hit dropping back into the low 70s but are still above average for this time of year. Scattered showers are likely to last through the night.

Sunday a few morning showers but more dry time than not. Temps respond to the breaks in clouds allowing sunshine through from time to time. Afternoon highs once again pushing back into the mid and upper 70s for many.

In your extended forecast, May is shaping up to be a beautiful run with temps running at or above average. Frost threats look minor and only for our higher elevations. A few systems bring showers and storms chances so be mindful of spring storm season risks. So far, we’re looking in good shape in that regard.

Spring Fire Bans are still in effect for West Virginia through May 31st. As the temperatures push summer levels, remember to use caution while barbequing or outdoor fire pits. No burning in West Virginia from 7am to 5pm every day. For Virginia, spring fire bans end April 30th but the danger doesn’t. During periods of dry weather, use common sense to keep you and your community safe from brush fires.

MONDAY
Sunny and summer-like. Highs in the low to mid 80s.
TUESDAY
Showers then isolated T-storms PM. Highs in the mid 70s.
WEDNESDAY
AM Mtn. Showers then clearing. Highs in the mid and upper 70s.
THURSDAY
Sunshine and mild! Highs in the upper 70s/low 80s.
FRIDAY
Increasing clouds, Showers/T-storm PM. Highs in the upper 70s.
SATURDAY
Sct. showers most of the day. Highs in the low 70s.
SUNDAY
Clearing and mild. Highs in the mid to upper 70s.
MONDAY
Sct. showers/T-storms. Highs in the low 70s.
TUESDAY
Cooler but drier. Highs in the upper 60s.
WEDNESDAY
Sct. Shower, cool. Highs in the low 60s.
THURSDAY
Sunshine returns, still cool. Highs in the 60s.

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