VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – A still, cool dawn greets Hampton Roads this Sunday, but the quiet will not last. Clouds are already thickening over the Atlantic, signaling a quick pattern change that will bring wind-driven rain and a raw feel by Tuesday. Early risers today may notice the air turning heavier — the kind that means umbrellas and rain gear will soon be necessary.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, a coastal system will develop off the mid-Atlantic shoreline Monday afternoon and strengthen Tuesday. That setup will funnel brisk northeast winds into Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake, with gusts topping 30 mph at times. Periods of rain may begin late Monday and persist through midweek, leading to wet pavement and slow travel on I-264 and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
The strongest winds are expected Tuesday into Wednesday, especially along open coastal stretches where waves could build and minor tidal flooding is possible. Drivers should use caution during commutes as spray and slick roads reduce visibility. Outdoor workers and beach communities should secure loose decorations and prepare for blustery conditions.
By Thursday, skies begin to brighten, and a refreshing, cooler air mass moves in — setting the stage for a crisp and likely dry Halloween Friday. Temperatures for trick-or-treaters should hover near 60 degrees at sunset with a steady north breeze.
Residents can use midweek’s rain to wrap up outdoor chores before November’s first chill settles in. The early signs suggest a brisk, possibly colder start to the new month — a hint that winter isn’t far off.
Five-Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, VA:
Sun: 61/55 – Mostly cloudy; light north wind.
Mon: 61/55 – Clouds thicken; slight chance of rain late.
Tue: 60/56 – Rain and windy; gusts near 30 mph.
Wed: 62/56 – Partly sunny, breezy; lingering showers possible.
Thu: 65/49 – Drying trend; cooler air moving in for Halloween.
