Dry tonight with lows in the mid/upper 30s under partly cloudy skies. Mainly cloudy Thursday with highs in the low to mid 50s. Rain showers associated with that storm moving across the Midwest will ramp up in our westernmost counties around lunchtime, spreading across the state into the early afternoon. There is also a small chance for isolated thunder, especially across southern portions of West Virginia Thursday afternoon. Winds will also be noticeably stronger as the day progresses. Gusts could kick up above 50 MPH at times! As that cold air settles in, the bottom will really drop out of the temperatures statewide. I'm talking about a 20° temperature change in a little more than 12 hours! Factor in those strong winds,it'll feel like single digit conditions outside! Plus, that quick freeze scenario will likely create some icy spots on the roadways. Overnight lows Thursday will dip into the 20s. So slow down and drive safely Thursday night and all day Friday! I think Friday will be fit for neither man not beast. Accumulating snow and strong winds will continue throughout the day, carrying into at least the first half of Saturday. By lunchtime Saturday can expect 4-6 inches of snow across much of lowland West Virginia and a foot or more in the higher elevations and northwest-facing slopes. Winter Storm Watches (blue) are in effect for several mountain counties in WV, MD & PA. For my friends in the Eastern Panhandle, the NWS has not issued any watches/warnings for your area. Snowfall amounts will drop off quickly as we look towards the lee-side of the Appalachians. But be prepared for changing weather conditions! More later!