Virginia starts the day under sharp, biting cold across the New River Valley.
Frost coats windshields, and the air stings with each breath outside.
Early temperatures hover near 10 degrees around Blacksburg, according to the National Weather Service. Winds stay light, but the cold settles deep, especially in valleys and shaded areas. Drivers should allow extra time this morning, as frozen pavement can linger despite sunshine.
Conditions improve steadily through the afternoon. Skies remain mostly sunny, and highs climb into the low 40s, offering modest relief from the February chill. Tonight stays cold again, with lows dropping back into the upper 20s.
A notable shift arrives Tuesday, when warmer air surges in quickly. Afternoon highs jump into the upper 50s, creating a springlike feel for mid-February. Calm winds help temperatures rise fast, melting leftover frost and ice.
That warmth does not last long. Clouds increase Tuesday night, and a chance of rain develops late. By Wednesday, cooler air returns, though highs still reach the mid-40s. Gusty northwest winds may add a brisk edge through the afternoon.
Late week brings renewed winter attention. Friday introduces a chance of snow, with temperatures holding in the low to mid-40s during the day. Accumulation remains uncertain, but timing favors colder air nearby. Any snow that falls could mix with rain before temperatures drop again at night.
Looking into the weekend and early next week, a more active pattern develops. Rain and snow chances increase, signaling that winter is not finished in southwest Virginia. Still, longer-range trends hint at above-normal temperatures returning later next week, pointing toward a gradual thaw.
5-Day Outlook – Blacksburg, VA
- Today: Mostly sunny, high 42
- Tuesday: Sunny and warm, high 58
- Wednesday: Decreasing clouds, high 46
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 42
- Friday: Chance of snow, high 44
