Blacksburg, VA – Rain is expected to return to the New River Valley late this week, with forecasters calling for steady showers starting Thursday and continuing through Friday. The unsettled weather could persist into the weekend, affecting travel and outdoor plans across Southwest Virginia.
According to the US National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a mostly sunny Wednesday will give way to increasing clouds overnight, followed by a 70% chance of rain on Thursday. By Friday, rain chances rise to 80%, with high temperatures hovering in the low 60s.
Rainfall may be intermittent, but residents should expect wet roads, potential localized ponding, and slower commute times through at least Friday evening. Overnight lows will range from the mid-30s to low 40s, making for chilly, damp mornings.
Motorists are encouraged to use headlights during rain and maintain safe distances due to slippery conditions. Residents should secure outdoor items and check drainage around homes. No flood alerts are currently in effect, but forecasters are monitoring conditions.
While spring rain is typical in the region, this prolonged event marks one of the wetter stretches in recent weeks. Additional showers may impact early weekend activities across the region, especially in Montgomery and Pulaski counties.
