Blacksburg, Virginia – A broad wedge of high pressure anchored over the northeast is keeping southwest Virginia stuck in a rare stretch of unseasonably cool weather this Thursday, with high temperatures hovering in the upper 70s to low 80s across the region. According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, temperatures are running 10 to 15 degrees below normal for early August, with Danville, Lynchburg, and Roanoke all feeling the chill. Some mountain areas may not climb out of the 60s by afternoon, and no major warm-up is expected through the end of the week.
This persistent cool pattern is also lowering humidity and keeping skies mostly dry, reducing the risk of thunderstorms and making for crisp mornings across the Blue Ridge and New River Valley. Travelers along I-81 and I-77 can expect smooth, weather-related delays to remain minimal, but light jackets may be needed for early morning commutes and evening plans. Residents are advised to check on air conditioning use—most homes can open windows for natural cooling, and energy bills may see a break.
Cooler-than-average conditions are likely to stick around through at least Friday, with the National Weather Service monitoring for any shifts in the high-pressure system. Updates will follow if patterns change or new advisories are needed.
