Virginia Beach, Virginia – A soggy start to August could disrupt Friday plans in Virginia Beach as summer storms threaten travel and outdoor events. Heavy rain and gusty winds are set to roll in by midday Friday, August 1st, raising concerns for flash flooding and difficult driving along I-264 and area roads.
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, a strong cold front will sweep through southeastern Virginia on Friday, bringing showers and thunderstorms by late morning. Some storms could become severe, with damaging wind gusts and locally heavy rainfall—especially between noon and 8 p.m. Rainfall rates may reach up to an inch per hour in spots, with flash flooding possible in low-lying neighborhoods and along major roadways.
Emergency managers urge residents and visitors to avoid flooded roads, keep cell phones charged, and secure outdoor furniture or loose items ahead of the storms. Virginia Beach City Public Schools and city offices are monitoring the weather, with the possibility of early dismissals or schedule changes if conditions worsen.
Friday’s storms will clear late at night, giving way to a breezy, partly cloudy Saturday with highs near 80°F. Winds may gust over 20 mph Saturday morning, so beachgoers should expect choppy surf and rip current risks. The first weekend of August looks more pleasant, with mostly sunny skies Sunday and highs around 80°F.
Warnings remain in effect for flash flooding and damaging winds through late Friday. Stay tuned for updates from the National Weather Service and city emergency alerts.
Five-Day Forecast for Virginia Beach (Friday, August 1st – Wednesday, August 6th):
- Friday: Showers and thunderstorms, some heavy. High: 84°F. Gusty winds, up to 25 mph. Flooding possible.
- Friday Night: Rain and storms tapering. Low: 73°F. Breezy, with lingering showers.
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, breezy. High: 80°F. Winds northeast 15–20 mph.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny. High: 80°F. Low risk of storms.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, warmer. High: 82°F. Low: 75°F.
- Tuesday: Chance of showers. High: 83°F. Mostly cloudy overnight.
- Wednesday: Showers possible. High: 83°F. Scattered storms likely.
