Blacksburg, Va. – Rain is returning to western Virginia today, with showers expected to intensify west of the Blue Ridge Mountains through the afternoon and evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, light to moderate rainfall will develop by late Monday and continue overnight into early Tuesday, ending around 8 a.m. Storm totals may reach up to 0.5 inches in areas such as Galax, Wytheville, and Marion, while lower amounts are forecast farther east.
Drivers along I-81 and Route 58 should prepare for reduced visibility and slick roads, particularly after dark. While flooding is not expected, isolated thunder and brief downpours are possible in higher elevations. The system marks the first measurable rain in several days following a dry spell across the region.
Communities in counties like Pulaski, Carroll, and Grayson may see the most significant rainfall. Residents are advised to check local alerts and avoid driving through ponded roadways.
Rain chances diminish by Tuesday morning, but forecasters note additional rounds of showers could return later this week. Stay tuned for the latest advisories from the National Weather Service.
