Blacksburg, Va. – Severe summer storms could rattle parts of southwest Virginia by late Saturday, bringing a fresh round of dangerous winds and localized flash flooding.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, strong to severe thunderstorms are likely Saturday afternoon and evening across Montgomery County and surrounding areas. The primary threat will be damaging wind gusts, with heavy rainfall raising concerns about flash flooding — especially in low-lying areas and along roads like Interstate 81.
Storms are expected to intensify between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, potentially impacting travel and outdoor events. Residents should avoid flooded roads, secure loose outdoor items, and prepare for possible brief power outages. While skies may clear early Saturday, showers and storms will develop quickly by mid-afternoon.
Sunday offers a break in the action, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 88°F. However, more showers return Sunday night into Monday, with a 70% chance of rain and additional storms by Tuesday.
📆 Five-Day Forecast for Blacksburg, Virginia (June 27 – July 2):
- Friday (Today): Slight chance of showers, then storms likely after 11 a.m. High 86°F. Patchy fog early.
- Saturday: Chance of storms between 4–9 p.m., some severe with damaging winds. High near 87°F.
- Sunday: Sunny and calm. High 88°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny early, then storms likely after 2 p.m. High 86°F.
- Tuesday (July 2): Rain and storms continue. High 84°F. Evening showers possible.
