Virginia drivers could face slick roads and delays Sunday afternoon as thunderstorms threaten Virginia Beach and surrounding Hampton Roads communities. Travelers along I-264 and I-64 should prepare for downpours and sudden visibility drops that could make driving hazardous.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms are expected after 11 a.m. Sunday, August 24, with heavier rain possible in localized pockets. Rainfall may reach a quarter inch, though higher amounts are likely inside thunderstorms. Southeast winds of 6 to 11 mph will add to the unsettled conditions.
Sunday night brings additional risks, with scattered showers continuing until around 2 a.m. Monday. Winds will shift southwest at 7 mph, creating lingering damp roads for the Monday morning commute.
By Monday, another round of showers and storms is likely after 2 p.m., with highs near 84 degrees. West winds near 7 mph may provide little relief from the humidity. The unsettled pattern continues into Monday night before conditions start to ease Tuesday.
Residents planning outdoor activities Sunday and Monday should monitor local updates, secure outdoor items, and avoid flooded intersections. Drivers should give themselves extra time, especially during peak travel periods, and keep headlights on in heavy rain.
The week closes on a calmer note, with partly sunny skies Tuesday and mostly sunny conditions expected by Wednesday and Thursday.
Five Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, VA
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 11 a.m., high 81.
- Sunday Night: Showers taper late, low 71.
- Monday: More storms after 2 p.m., high 84.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, cooler, high 79.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 76.
