Virginia greets the morning with damp pavement, low clouds, and mild air.
Wind stirs fallen leaves along sidewalks as rain edges closer. This Weather pattern matters now because holiday travel increases quickly, and conditions will not stay quiet for long.
According to the National Weather Service, rain develops today and becomes more widespread through tonight. Blacksburg sees rain chances near 60 percent, with temperatures rising into the lower 60s. Roads turn slick by afternoon, especially along Route 460 and secondary mountain roads.
Christmas Day stays mild but wet. Rain is likely through the morning and midday, with highs near 63 degrees. The air feels more like early fall than Winter, but wet pavement increases stopping distances. Plan extra time if traveling.
Rain chances continue Thursday night into Friday. Temperatures trend cooler, with highs dropping into the mid-40s Friday. Clouds hang on, and roads may stay damp through much of the day.
The bigger shift arrives late in the weekend. By Saturday, skies turn mostly cloudy, and temperatures rebound briefly into the low 60s. That warmth ends quickly. Sunday brings another round of rain, followed by a sharp cooldown Sunday night.
By early next week, lows fall toward the upper 20s, with highs dropping into the 30s. Any leftover moisture could freeze after dark. Flash freezing becomes a concern on bridges, shaded roads, and parking lots.
While snow is not expected locally, Winter impacts still build. Across the Northeast and Appalachians, colder air and snow continue to advance. That broader pattern signals a more seasonal feel heading into the last week of December.
Five-Day Outlook – Blacksburg, VA
• Today: Rain develops, high near 60°
• Christmas Day: Rain likely, high near 63°
• Thursday: Chance of rain, cooler, low near 38°
• Friday: Rain likely, high near 46°
• Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high near 63°
