Warm Weather Gives Way to Cooler Temperatures in West Virginia

Rain and frost expected in the coming days as a cold front moves through the region.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:39am

After a warm weekend, the weather in Bridgeport, West Virginia is set to take a turn, with rain, cooler temperatures, and potential frost expected over the next several days. A cold front will move through the area on Monday night, bringing showers and highs only in the 40s on Tuesday. Widespread frost is also possible on Wednesday morning, with temperatures dropping into the 20s and even the upper teens in mountain valleys.

Why it matters

The changing weather conditions could impact residents and businesses in the region, especially those with outdoor plants or activities planned. The transition from warm to cold weather is a common occurrence in West Virginia, but can still disrupt daily life and require preparations.

The details

According to the forecast, rain will move in tonight, with the bulk of the precipitation falling between 2 AM and dawn on Sunday. The rain will taper off from west to east after sunrise, with clouds breaking for some sunshine later in the day. However, the new airmass moving in will bring much cooler temperatures, with Monday morning seeing sub-freezing temperatures in mountain valleys. While the rest of the area will stay just above freezing, Monday afternoon will be chilly with highs only in the 40s, and perhaps not getting out of the 30s in the mountains.

  • Rain will move in tonight, with the bulk of the precipitation falling between 2 AM and dawn on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • A cold front will move through on Monday night, April 7, 2026, bringing a chance of showers late Monday into Tuesday morning.
  • Widespread frost is possible on Wednesday morning, April 9, 2026, with temperatures dropping into the 20s and even the upper teens in mountain valleys.

The players

Ken Meehan

The author of the original weather report published on wdtv.com.

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What’s next

Residents in the Bridgeport area should be prepared to take precautions to protect any outdoor plants or activities on Wednesday morning due to the expected widespread frost.

The takeaway

The warm weather enjoyed over the weekend in Bridgeport, West Virginia will be short-lived, as a cold front moves in bringing rain, cooler temperatures, and the potential for frost. This transition is a common occurrence in the region, but still requires preparation and adjustment from local residents and businesses.