Blacksburg, Va. – A soggy start to the workweek is on tap for Southwest Virginia, with persistent showers and a few thunderstorms expected to create slick conditions for drivers. Commuters in and around Blacksburg, particularly on U.S. Route 460 and Interstate 81, should plan for extra travel time Monday as periods of rain move through the region.
According to the National Weather Service, the highest chances for rain on Monday begin after 11 a.m. and continue throughout the afternoon. There is an 80 percent chance of precipitation, with the possibility of thunderstorms mixed in. New rainfall amounts are expected to be less than a tenth of an inch, though higher amounts are possible within any thunderstorms that develop. Residents should secure outdoor items and ensure their vehicles are ready for wet roadways.
This wet pattern is not a one-day event. Showers and thunderstorms are likely to reappear each day through at least Thursday. Tuesday brings a 60 percent chance of rain, mainly between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m., with a high near 82 degrees. The unsettled weather continues Wednesday with another 60 percent chance of showers and storms after 2 p.m.
As we look toward the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, the pattern of scattered showers and likely thunderstorms is expected to continue, potentially impacting outdoor plans and community events. A 60 percent chance of precipitation remains in the picture for Thursday, with a partly sunny high near 85 degrees. Residents should monitor for updates as the week progresses, as alerts may be issued for specific storm cells.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Blacksburg:
- Sunday: Showers likely and a possible thunderstorm before 11 a.m., then showers likely. High near 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Monday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 11 a.m. High near 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Tuesday: A chance of showers before 11 a.m., then showers and thunderstorms likely between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. High near 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Wednesday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2 p.m. High near 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
