Virginia starts the morning quiet and cold along the coast. Clear skies and chilly air greet early commuters in Virginia Beach, but the calm won’t last. A developing weather system will bring rain, wind, and travel impacts by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, today features increasing clouds with highs near 53 degrees. Southwest winds strengthen through the afternoon, especially near the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic shoreline. Conditions remain dry, but the breeze adds a sharp bite.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with lows around 42 degrees. Thursday turns milder and unsettled. Highs climb near 56 degrees, with spotty rain possible by late afternoon. Roads may turn slick after sunset, especially on Route 58 and Interstate 264.
Rain becomes widespread late Thursday into Friday morning. Showers could be heavy at times, and a few thunderstorms are possible. Winds increase quickly, gusting over 30 mph along the coast. Travel conditions may deteriorate fast during the Friday morning commute.
Friday stays breezy and wet, with highs near 59 degrees. Reduced visibility, ponding on roadways, and crosswinds could impact drivers and high-profile vehicles. Allow extra time if traveling Friday, especially toward bridges and tunnels.
By Friday night, skies clear and temperatures fall to the mid-30s. Cooler, calmer air settles in for the weekend. Saturday turns sunny with highs near 49 degrees, while Sunday stays dry and mild with highs around 54 degrees.
Meteorologists note this pattern reflects an early winter transition. While snow is not expected locally, sharp temperature swings and wind-driven rain signal changing seasonal conditions as Christmas travel approaches.
Five-Day Virginia Beach Outlook:
- Today: Increasing clouds, breezy, high 53°
- Thursday: Partly sunny, chance of rain late, high 56°
- Friday: Rain and strong winds, high 59°
- Saturday: Sunny, cooler, high 49°
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 54°
