BLACKSBURG, Va. – Cool air drapes the New River Valley this morning under a quilt of low clouds, a quiet prelude to a passing shower chance later today before several days of golden autumn calm. Roads are mostly dry, and while a few sprinkles could dampen windshield wipers by evening, the bigger story is the stretch of clear, crisp weather building behind this brief system.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a weak disturbance will bring a 20% chance of light rain late tonight into early Monday. The drizzle will be short-lived and light, mainly across higher ridges west of I-81. Monday’s sunshine returns quickly as high pressure builds over the Appalachians, ushering in bright skies and seasonable warmth. Highs will climb near 60 Monday, then rise into the upper 60s and low 70s through midweek.
Residents can expect calm winds and cool mornings — lows near 38 to 42 — making for ideal leaf cleanup, campus commutes, or outdoor work. The pattern reflects La Niña’s subtle hand, keeping Virginia mild and dry while early snow develops in the upper Midwest.
Looking ahead, Wednesday and Thursday will stay mostly sunny with highs near 80 — warm enough for short sleeves before cooler air edges back by the weekend. Early holiday planners and Hokies fans traveling later this week will enjoy clear skies and smooth driving along Route 460 and I-81.
It’s a picture-perfect start to November across the Blue Ridge — misty dawns, warm afternoons, and no winter weather in sight just yet.
Five-Day Forecast for Blacksburg, VA:
Sun: 58/39 – Mostly cloudy; late 20% rain chance.
Mon: 60/38 – Sunny; light northwest breeze.
Tue: 61/38 – Sunny; calm and cool morning.
Wed: 67/42 – Bright and mild; perfect fall day.
Thu: 60/40 – Sunny; seasonably warm and dry.
