Virginia feels the change immediately. Flags snap hard near the coast, loose debris skitters across pavement, and the air cuts through gloves before sunrise. Temperatures sit near 29 degrees early this morning in Virginia Beach, but the wind makes it feel colder already.
A Cold Weather Advisory and Wind Advisory remain in effect today across eastern Virginia and northeast North Carolina. Northwest winds strengthen through the morning, with gusts reaching 50 to 55 mph by midday. Driving becomes difficult, especially on exposed roads like I-264, I-64, Route 58, and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. High-profile vehicles may struggle to stay steady. Secure outdoor items now.
Rain and snow showers briefly mix late tonight into early Saturday. Any accumulation stays light, but the timing matters. Temperatures drop quickly behind the system, setting up a flash-freeze risk on bridges, ramps, and untreated roads. Plan extra travel time Saturday morning and slow down.
Saturday turns sunny but harsh. Winds remain strong, pushing cold air straight off the continent. Highs only reach the low 30s, while wind chills drop into the single digits. Saturday night turns even colder. Lows fall to the teens, and an Extreme Cold Watch takes effect into early Sunday. Wind chills may approach zero to 2 below, dangerous for anyone outside too long.
Sunday stays cold and blustery, though sunshine helps morale more than comfort. Highs hover near 29 degrees. Conditions gradually improve Sunday night as winds ease.
Relief arrives early next week. Monday warms into the mid-30s, and by Tuesday highs climb into the 40s. Longer-range trends point to a broader warming pattern later next week across the East, hinting at a break from February’s grip.
For now, winter demands respect. Limit outdoor exposure, dress in layers, and drive cautiously today and Saturday. Are you noticing stronger gusts where you are this morning?
Five-Day Outlook (Virginia Beach Area)
- Saturday: Sunny, very windy. High 31°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, blustery. High 29°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny. High 36°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High 45°F.
- Wednesday: Chance of rain. High 51°F.
