Richmond, Va. – Dry skies and seasonable warmth will give Virginia residents a brief weather window today before rain returns late Monday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, dry conditions will persist through the afternoon, with high temperatures ranging from the low 70s in Cambridge and Salisbury to the low 80s near Windsor and Elizabeth City. Clouds will gradually increase across the state ahead of an incoming low-pressure system expected to bring rain overnight and into Tuesday.
Cities like Richmond, Petersburg, and Emporia can expect highs around 78°F, while Norfolk and Virginia Beach will top out near 74°F before conditions shift. The NWS notes that rain is likely to begin after midnight and continue into Tuesday morning, impacting early commutes and outdoor plans.
Travelers and residents are advised to monitor updated forecasts and plan accordingly, especially if traveling early Tuesday. Keep umbrellas handy and consider checking road conditions before heading out, especially along I-64 and I-95 corridors where rainfall may reduce visibility.
Rain chances increase after 10 p.m. tonight, with scattered showers possible into Tuesday afternoon. Additional advisories may be issued as the system develops.
