Blacksburg, VA – A surge of spring warmth will greet Virginia residents Monday, but a shift arrives fast, as thunderstorms and heavy showers threaten to disrupt travel on US-460 by Tuesday afternoon. The week ahead features dramatic weather swings, so residents and commuters should stay alert for changing conditions and potential hazards, especially during Tuesday’s afternoon and evening hours.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday brings sunshine and calm winds to Blacksburg, with highs near 73°F offering a welcome break from cooler days. By Tuesday, moisture and energy increase sharply, with scattered thunderstorms and a 20% chance of rain moving in after 3 p.m. Motorists along US-460 and in nearby communities should prepare for sudden downpours and reduced visibility, as roads could become slick during peak drive times. Officials recommend keeping headlights on and avoiding flooded low spots.
Showers become more likely late Tuesday night into Wednesday, with a 30–40% chance of rain continuing through Thursday. Expect highs to remain mild—near 81°F Tuesday, cooling slightly midweek—while overnight lows hover in the upper 50s and low 60s. Prepare for possible interruptions to outdoor plans, and keep an umbrella or rain gear close at hand.
Midweek commuters and students at Virginia Tech should budget extra travel time as on-and-off showers may slow traffic and impact parking areas. Utility crews will be on alert for isolated power outages if storms intensify.
The extended five-day forecast hints at improving conditions by Friday, with a return to partly sunny skies and seasonable highs near 76°F. Stay tuned for updated weather alerts from local agencies as conditions change—another round of showers could approach before the weekend.
Five-Day Blacksburg, VA Spring Forecast:
- Monday: Sunny, high 73°F, calm winds.
- Monday Night: Clear, low 51°F.
- Tuesday: Thunderstorm risk after 3 p.m., high 81°F.
- Tuesday Night: Showers likely, low 60°F.
- Wednesday: Showers, partly sunny, high 81°F.
- Wednesday Night: Showers, low 59°F.
- Thursday: Showers continue, high 80°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers, partly sunny, high 76°F.
