Virginia Beach, Va. – A stretch of unsettled weather is taking hold along the Virginia coast, with breezy conditions and multiple rounds of showers expected through midweek.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, scattered thunderstorms may develop late tonight into early Sunday, followed by a 40% chance of showers Sunday afternoon. Winds will pick up Monday, with gusts as high as 28 mph across Virginia Beach and the broader Hampton Roads region.
The breeziest conditions are expected Monday into Tuesday, when northeast winds between 18 and 20 mph will push across coastal areas. That could make travel on bridges and tunnels more difficult and create rough surf along the shoreline. Inland areas such as Chesapeake and Norfolk will also see periodic rain and cloudy skies, with the highest storm chances arriving Tuesday night.
Drivers should prepare for wet roads during the morning and evening commutes Tuesday and Wednesday, when rain and storms are most likely. Residents near the water should also secure outdoor items ahead of the stronger winds early in the week.
Conditions are expected to slowly improve by Thursday, but additional advisories may be issued if winds strengthen or storms become more widespread.
Five Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, Va.
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 86.
- Sunday: Chance of showers, high near 75. Night showers possible, low 66.
- Monday: Partly sunny, breezy with gusts up to 28 mph, high near 74.
- Tuesday: Breezy, mostly cloudy with afternoon showers, high 75. Rain likely Tuesday night.
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high near 75. Rain tapering overnight.
