Virginia – A calm, cool morning settles across coastal Virginia, with dry pavement, clear skies, and a chill lingering over neighborhoods near the water. That quiet start won’t last long as clouds increase and a wetter pattern takes shape heading into the first full weekend of winter.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, rain develops late tonight, mainly between late evening and early morning hours. Amounts stay light, but damp roads could catch drivers off guard along I-264, I-64, and major surface streets around Virginia Beach and Norfolk.
Saturday improves quickly. Skies turn mostly sunny, and temperatures rebound into the upper 40s, making for decent daytime travel. A steady northeast breeze develops, with gusts near 25 mph along the coast, especially near Oceana and exposed roadways.
Saturday night stays dry and seasonable before clouds thicken again Sunday. Highs reach the low to mid-50s, keeping conditions mild for late December. While most of the day remains dry, the increasing cloud cover signals the next change.
By Monday, rain chances rise again, with breezy conditions returning during the afternoon. Gusty winds could slow traffic on bridges and tunnels, including the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. Wet pavement may reduce visibility during heavier showers.
Behind that system, colder air filters back in Monday night. Temperatures dip into the low 30s, raising the potential for patchy frost early Tuesday morning. While no snow or ice is expected, drivers should remain alert for brief slick spots where water lingers.
As New Year’s week 2026 begins, the pattern looks quieter but cooler. Sunshine returns Tuesday and Wednesday, with crisp mornings and seasonable afternoons—more winterlike than what coastal Virginia has felt recently.
Are you traveling this weekend or staying close to home? Let us know what conditions look like near you.
Five-Day Outlook for Virginia Beach, VA
Today: Increasing clouds, high near 46°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 49°F
Sunday: Mostly cloudy, mild, high near 54°F
Monday: Rain likely and breezy, high near 66°F
Tuesday: Sunny and cooler, high near 43°F
