Virginia wakes up to dense fog and damp roads, and drivers around Virginia Tech are already seeing reduced visibility before skies clear later this morning.
Temperatures sit near 39 degrees at Virginia Tech Airport, with calm winds and mist hanging low. According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, patchy fog fades by mid-morning, followed by gradual clearing and a high near 64 degrees. Roads improve quickly, but shaded spots may stay slick early.
Clouds increase Sunday as highs reach near 60. By Sunday night, colder air begins to settle in. Lows fall to 29 degrees. Monday brings a 40 percent chance of snow with a high near 37. Light accumulation is possible, especially on grassy surfaces, but even minor snow could create travel issues along U.S. 460 and Route 114.
Conditions turn more concerning Monday night. A wintry mix develops, including snow, freezing rain, and sleet before changing to rain. Lows hover near 29 degrees. Even a thin glaze could cause slick bridges and overpasses. Plan extra time for the Tuesday morning commute.
Tuesday sees a 30 percent chance of rain or freezing rain early, then cloudy skies with highs near 48. By Wednesday, highs rebound to 64 with mostly cloudy skies and scattered rain chances.
March begins Sunday, and while early week brings a late-winter reminder, a warming trend builds into midweek and beyond. Longer-range outlooks favor above-normal temperatures heading deeper into early March.
Daylight Saving Time begins March 8 at 2 a.m.
Five Day Outlook for Blacksburg, Virginia:
Today: High 64, morning fog then clearing.
Sunday: High 60, increasing clouds.
Monday: High 37, 40% chance of snow.
Monday Night: Low 29, chance of wintry mix.
Tuesday: High 48, slight chance of freezing rain early.
