Wakefield, VA – Residents across Virginia can expect a cloudy, breezy, and cooler Tuesday, with occasional sprinkles mainly inland this morning, according to the National Weather Service Wakefield office.
Forecasters reported that light rain or drizzle is tapering off early in the day, with skies remaining mostly cloudy. High temperatures are forecast to reach the 70s, making for a cool and fall-like afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, northeast winds will increase through the day, bringing gusts up to 20 mph inland and as high as 30–35 mph along the coast. Breezy conditions are expected to be most noticeable in coastal communities, where travel and outdoor activities could be affected by stronger gusts.
The forecast also calls for cooler nighttime conditions, with lows dipping into the upper 50s to mid-60s. Meteorologists advise residents to secure lightweight outdoor items and prepare for blustery conditions along coastal highways and beaches.
Today’s weather pattern continues a stretch of unsettled conditions across the region as Virginia moves deeper into fall.