Blacksburg, VA – Temperatures are surging toward 90°F across southwest Virginia today, with storms expected to move in by late afternoon and continue into the overnight hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, today will start dry but quickly heat up, with highs ranging from the upper 80s to near 90 degrees in cities like Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Danville. This could approach record levels for mid-April and increase the risk of heat-related stress during peak afternoon hours.
By late afternoon into the evening, showers and thunderstorms will develop across the region, bringing periods of heavy rain and lightning. Storm activity is expected to persist into early Sunday morning, potentially affecting overnight travel along U.S. 460, I-81, and surrounding roadways.
Residents should stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during peak heat, and be prepared to move indoors quickly if storms approach. Isolated downpours could reduce visibility and create slick road conditions.
Conditions begin to settle by Sunday morning, though additional updates may be issued as storms develop later today.
