Virginia – Gray clouds drift low over the New River Valley this morning as damp air brushes the hills and valleys around Blacksburg. A brief rain-and-snow mix taps windshields early, leaving roads cold and slick in spots before conditions gradually improve.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a chance of rain and snow showers lingers through late morning. Precipitation remains light, but pavement temperatures stay low, which can allow slick patches to form on bridges and shaded roads. Drivers along U.S. 460 and Route 114 should remain cautious during the early travel window.
Clouds hang tough through the afternoon as temperatures climb into the low 40s. Winds stay light, limiting blowing issues, but lingering moisture may refreeze later as skies begin to clear. Plan extra time if traveling during the colder hours.
Tonight turns mostly clear and colder, with lows dropping into the mid-20s. That sets up a classic flash-freeze setup where daytime moisture remains. Watch for black ice on secondary roads and campus-area streets near Virginia Tech.
Sunday brings a noticeable improvement. Sunshine returns, and highs recover into the low 40s, making for better travel conditions and a drier feel. Sunday night stays cold again, but the overall pattern begins to shift.
The first full week of 2026 trends much milder. Monday reaches near 50 under mostly sunny skies. Tuesday warms into the upper 50s, and by Wednesday, highs approach 60. That quick warm-up may melt leftover frost, followed by refreezing during cooler nights early in the week.
Across the region, Winter impacts remain minor compared to heavier snow north of Virginia. For Blacksburg, the main concerns center on early slick roads and rapid temperature swings.
Slow down this morning, stay alert after sunset, and prepare for changing conditions. Did you encounter slick spots on your drive?
Five-Day Outlook for Blacksburg, VA
- Today: Chance of rain and snow early, cloudy, high near 43
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 42
- Monday: Mostly sunny, milder, high near 50
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 59
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, warm, high near 60
