Blacksburg, VA – Residents should prepare for an unsettled Juneteenth, as afternoon thunderstorms could disrupt holiday plans across Southwest Virginia before a hot and sunny weekend takes hold.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop Thursday, mainly between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. The chance of precipitation is 70%, with increasing clouds throughout the day. Some storms could produce wind gusts as high as 20 mph, creating potentially hazardous conditions for outdoor gatherings and travel. Motorists on Interstate 81 and U.S. Route 460 should remain alert for sudden downpours.
After the storm system moves through, a significant pattern shift will bring drier and much warmer air into the region. Friday is expected to be sunny with a high near 83°F, offering ideal conditions for those looking to get outside.
The beautiful weather continues into the weekend. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 87°F. The heat continues to build into the start of the new week. Sunday will see mostly sunny skies with a high around 89°F.
Looking ahead to the five-day forecast, the warming trend intensifies. Monday is expected to be sunny and hot, with a high near 91°F. Tuesday will remain mostly sunny and hot, with temperatures once again climbing to around 91°F, signaling a prolonged period of summer heat for the area. No further advisories are currently in effect past Thursday.
