Blacksburg, VA – A cold front is set to bring freezing temperatures and strong winds to the area this weekend, with Blacksburg seeing its first plunge into the 30s by Sunday night. Wind gusts could reach 25 mph on Saturday, making conditions feel even colder as the front moves through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, residents should expect high winds and lows dipping into the mid-30s by Sunday. The most severe temperature drop will come Sunday night, with lows expected around 35°F. Wind gusts on Saturday may exceed 20 mph, particularly in higher elevations near I-81, potentially causing hazardous driving conditions and isolated power outages.
Saturday will begin with mostly sunny skies and a high of 67°F. However, as the cold front approaches in the afternoon, winds will shift to the northwest. Gusts are predicted to pick up by the evening, particularly along Route 460 and I-81. Sunday will be noticeably colder, with daytime highs only reaching 59°F and a low of 35°F overnight. Residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions against gusty winds when driving or spending time outdoors.
Looking ahead to Halloween next Thursday, the forecast shows favorable conditions for trick-or-treaters, with sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. With clear weather on the horizon, families can prepare for a dry and mild evening. However, this weekend’s colder temperatures mark a shift toward more seasonal weather patterns in southwestern Virginia.
