Virginia — Warm ocean air drifts across the coast this morning, and the sky over Virginia Beach looks deceptively calm. Temperatures already sit in the mid-60s as the region wakes to a quiet start.
The calm won’t last long.
Sunshine will push temperatures toward 79°F today, giving Hampton Roads a burst of early spring warmth. Light south winds continue through the afternoon as beachgoers and commuters enjoy the mild conditions.
But meteorologists are tracking a developing weather shift just offshore.
Clouds increase tonight as a stronger system approaches from the west. Rain chances rise overnight and into early Thursday across southeastern Virginia.
Drivers along I-264, I-64, and Shore Drive should expect wet pavement and reduced visibility as showers move across the coastal corridor.
Plan extra travel time if commuting through the Virginia Beach and Norfolk metro.
Rain becomes widespread Thursday morning, and winds strengthen as cooler air moves into the region. Gusts may reach 30–35 mph in exposed coastal areas.
Temperatures will fall sharply through the day, dropping from the morning warmth toward the low 40s by late afternoon.
The shift will feel dramatic after today’s warm conditions.
Showers taper Thursday evening as skies gradually clear. Overnight temperatures drop into the upper 30s, bringing a crisp early-spring chill across coastal Virginia.
Sunshine returns Friday with highs near 56°F, creating cooler but pleasant spring weather for the end of the workweek.
Saturday looks even better, with mostly sunny skies and comfortable temperatures in the upper 50s.
Another system approaches late Sunday and into Monday, bringing a renewed chance for showers along the Mid-Atlantic coast.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest above-normal temperatures may build across the eastern United States late next week, signaling stronger spring warmth ahead of the March 20 start of spring.
Five-Day Outlook for Virginia Beach, Virginia
Thursday: Rain and breezy, temperatures falling. High 67°F
Friday: Sunny and cooler. High 56°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 57°F
Sunday: Partly sunny with showers possible late. High 63°F
Monday: Showers likely. High 67°F
