Richmond, Virginia – Rain is likely late tonight through early Friday before temperatures climb into the 60s Saturday across eastern Virginia.
According to the US National Weather Service in Wakefield, scattered sprinkles or showers are possible Wednesday morning before skies become partly sunny. High temperatures Wednesday will reach the 40s along the Eastern Shore and the 50s inland, including areas near Interstate 95 in Richmond.
Cloud cover increases Wednesday night with lows falling into the upper 30s and 40s. Rain becomes more likely late Wednesday night into early Thursday, especially along and south of the Interstate 64 corridor, including Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
On Thursday, highs will range from around 60 degrees across southeast Virginia and northeast North Carolina to the upper 30s and lower 40s farther north. Periods of rain are expected to continue into early Friday before gradual clearing develops later in the day. Friday afternoon highs will reach the upper 40s to lower 50s along major roadways including I-64 and I-85.
A notable warmup is forecast for Saturday, with many communities climbing into the 60s. The mildest readings are expected across central and southeastern Virginia.
Forecasters are also monitoring the potential for a backdoor cold front Sunday, which may bring cooler temperatures, along with another possible winter weather system early next week.
The shifting conditions may affect weekend travelers and those commuting along I-95 and US-58 corridors.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as timing and rainfall totals become clearer.
