Virginia is waking up to biting wind and scattered snow showers across Blacksburg, where temperatures hover near 23 degrees. Gusts are already whipping across campus at Virginia Tech, pushing wind chills into the teens. Light snowflakes mix with bursts of wind, reducing visibility at times along US-460 and Route 11.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. this evening. Northwest winds between 15 and 30 mph will gust as high as 50 mph. Isolated snow showers may linger through the day, with minimal additional accumulation.
The strongest gusts could blow around unsecured objects and snap small tree limbs. A few power outages are possible, especially in higher elevations of Montgomery and Pulaski counties. High-profile vehicles on Interstate 81 should use extra caution, particularly on exposed stretches and bridges.
Afternoon highs climb to around 33 degrees, but the wind keeps it feeling colder. After sunset, temperatures drop into the lower 20s. Any moisture left on roads could refreeze quickly, creating slick patches by early Tuesday. Late February often brings flash-freeze conditions after brief daytime melting.
Tuesday turns partly sunny with a high near 40. Clouds increase Tuesday night, then Wednesday brightens with highs surging into the mid-50s. Rain becomes likely Thursday with highs in the lower 50s.
Looking ahead, a steady warming trend builds into the weekend and early next week. Highs may reach the upper 50s to near 60 by Sunday, signaling early spring warmth across southwest Virginia.
Five Day Outlook for Blacksburg, Virginia:
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 40.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 54.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 53.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 54.
Saturday: Sunny, high 62.
