Blacksburg, Virginia – Wet roads, rumbles of thunder, and umbrellas in hand—spring weather in Virginia is set to take a soggy turn by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, a pattern of daily rain chances begins Wednesday in Blacksburg, with a 40% chance of showers by afternoon. That chance increases steadily into Friday, where storms could become more widespread with a 60–80% likelihood of rain and possible thunder, especially after 2 p.m. Roads like US-460 may become slick, and outdoor activities could face disruptions through at least Friday night.
Temperatures remain spring-like, reaching into the low to mid 70s from Wednesday through Friday, but drivers should plan for reduced visibility and slowdowns during heavy showers. Wednesday night carries a slight chance of rain, while Thursday and Thursday night see consistent 40% chances of showers. Friday could bring the week’s heaviest rainfall, especially in the afternoon, with thunder possible.
Anyone traveling or commuting through the region mid-to-late week should check updates frequently, charge devices in case of power flickers, and allow extra travel time, especially during peak afternoon hours.
The wet weather trend looks to ease into the weekend with a drier pattern emerging. Saturday and Sunday are expected to be mostly sunny with highs in the low 70s.
⚠️ 5-Day Blacksburg Spring Forecast:
- Wednesday: 40% showers, high near 72°F
- Thursday: 40% showers, high near 72°F
- Friday: 60–80% showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high near 74°F
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high near 72°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 69°F
