Richmond, VA – An Arctic air mass will bring dangerously cold temperatures and a chance of snow to Virginia starting tonight and continuing through midweek. Residents should prepare for bitterly cold mornings and potentially hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield, minimum wind chill values near zero are expected on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Daily highs will remain in the 20s across much of the state, with lows dropping into the single digits. A Cold Weather Advisory is likely as the frigid conditions persist.
The NWS forecasts a 1-2 inch snowfall across southeastern Virginia late Tuesday into Wednesday morning, with higher totals possible depending on storm development. The best timing for snowfall will be Tuesday night, but forecasters note considerable uncertainty in the storm’s track.
Marine weather hazards are also in effect, with a Gale Warning for the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Coast and a Freezing Spray Advisory through midweek. Travel could become dangerous as roads freeze.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor exposure, dress in layers, and monitor updates for potential changes to the forecast. For further details, visit weather.gov/akq/winter.