West Virginia Weather Forecast
West Virginia weather: 65°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for West Virginia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 80° / 61° | 2% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 58° | 0% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 60° | 2% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 90° / 65° | 38% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 64° | 38% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 61° | 2% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 66° | 3% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 70° | 13% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 96° / 71° | 15% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 101° / 70° | 22% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 101° / 71° | 15% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 97° / 70° | 30% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 69° | 30% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 91° / 70° | 23% · 0,7 in | 5 mph | 6 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 37°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 91°F against a August normal of 84°F - 39°F above.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 12% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,7 in).
What this means for West Virginia
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 4.5°F below the 84°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 78°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Virginia?
West Virginia is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 38.3498, -81.6326. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in West Virginia right now?
It is currently 65°F (19°C) with clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit West Virginia?
April, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in West Virginia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Virginia in?
West Virginia observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 11:32 PM.
How many people live in West Virginia?
West Virginia has a population of approximately 1.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to West Virginia?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 229 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in West Virginia?
Popular options include New River Gorge National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Shenandoah National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
What places are in West Virginia?
West Virginia covers 1 places in this atlas, including New River Gorge National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 11:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
