VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — The calm before the rain is fading fast. A quiet, cool start along the coast this morning will give way to thickening clouds and a soaking rain late tonight through Monday, the first widespread wet spell of November for coastal Virginia.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, rain develops after 11 p.m., with the heaviest showers early Monday morning. Totals could reach a half-inch, enough to cause brief ponding on low-lying roads, especially near I-64, Route 58, and Lynnhaven Parkway. Winds may gust up to 25 mph, adding a raw edge to the damp conditions. Morning commuters should prepare for slick pavement and reduced visibility through early afternoon.
Temperatures stay mild in the mid-60s, then fall back into the lower 50s once the system passes Monday night. Behind the rain, skies clear quickly, revealing sunshine and a brisk northwest breeze by Tuesday afternoon. The pattern flips fast — Virginia Beach will trade umbrellas for sunglasses as highs settle near 61°F Tuesday and rise toward the upper 60s midweek.
By Wednesday, the coast basks in crisp, dry air and bright skies, perfect for outdoor projects or early holiday decorating. The rest of the week remains mild, with highs hovering in the mid-60s to low 70s. No frost or freeze concerns are expected through the next weekend, keeping lawns and gardens safe for now.
Meteorologists note this early-November stretch fits the La Niña trend — alternating short rain systems with warm, sunny recoveries. For the moment, it’s a quick wash-and-clear setup before Virginia settles into another picture-perfect stretch of fall.
Five-Day Outlook for Virginia Beach, VA:
Sun: 64/58 – Sunny; clouds increase late.
Mon: 63/52 – Rain early; gusty northwest breeze.
Tue: 61/49 – Sunny; breezy and cooler.
Wed: 66/53 – Bright and calm.
Thu: 62/51 – Mostly clear; mild.
