Rain showers in the morning with thunderstorms developing in the afternoon. Potential for severe thunderstorms. High 81F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall possibly over one inch..
Tonight
Thunderstorms in the evening with fog developing overnight. Low 67F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 60%.
A crew from West Virginia Paving of Dunbar lays down hot asphalt on the southeast corner of Hale and Virginia streets in downtown ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä on Monday, June 23, 2025. Eric Campbell (at left) carries a shovel as Chuck Long drives the paver and Jason and Cody Long stand on the back. Jeremy "Cornbread" Layton rakes the fresh blacktop.
Foye Russell of ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä drapes his head in a towel as he pushes his two-month-old son Azariah Lopez in a stroller by the Dem Two Brothers and a Grill restaurant on Virginia Street on ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä's West Side Monday, June 23, 2025.
A crew from West Virginia Paving of Dunbar lays down hot asphalt on the southeast corner of Hale and Virginia streets in downtown ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä on Monday, June 23, 2025. Eric Campbell (at left) carries a shovel as Chuck Long drives the paver and Jason and Cody Long stand on the back. Jeremy "Cornbread" Layton rakes the fresh blacktop.
Foye Russell of ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä drapes his head in a towel as he pushes his two-month-old son Azariah Lopez in a stroller by the Dem Two Brothers and a Grill restaurant on Virginia Street on ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä's West Side Monday, June 23, 2025.
An extreme heat warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä which is in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday.
In ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, despite what is being called "dangerously hot conditions" asphalt workers with West Virginia Paving of Dunbar, laid down 300-degree asphalt on Hale Street between Kanawha Boulevard and Virginia Street on Monday morning. With work expected to continue throughout the week, there are precautions workers can take to stay safe.ÌýÂ
With high temperatures expected to continue this week, residents are advised to avoid outdoor activities when possible, stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in shaded areas if they must be outside. Staying indoors in air-conditioned spaces — day and night — is recommended.Ìý
Weather forecast
Here is a forecast through Thursday:
Tuesday: High 96, low 73. Heat index up to 104. Mostly sunny and hot, calm wind.
Wednesday: High 97, low 73. Heat index up to 104.ÌýSunny and hot, Isolated showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m.
°Õ³ó³Ü°ù²õ»å²¹²â:ÌýHigh 95, low 72. Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 10 p.m.
The National Weather Service also urges residents to check on family, friends and neighbors, especially the elderly or those without air conditioning. Outdoor workers should be aware of heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Symptoms include:
The CDC advises dressing infants and children in lightweight, light-colored clothing and ensuring they stay cool. Never leave children in cars, even briefly, as temperatures rise quickly. Offer plenty of fluids — avoiding sugary or overly cold drinks — and monitor for signs of heat illness.
