Virginia weather is ramping up across Blacksburg, where warm sunshine is giving way to building clouds and incoming storms that could quickly soak roads by late afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, today stays mostly sunny with highs near 78°F and light southwest winds. Conditions remain calm for now, but moisture increases into Saturday, when a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 2 p.m. Winds could gust near 20 mph, helping storms move quickly across Montgomery County.
By late Saturday, rain chances surge to 80%, with showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread into the evening. Expect periods of steady rain, brief heavy downpours, and lightning that could disrupt travel along US-460 and through Virginia Tech areas.
Sunday brings the highest impact window. Rain chances climb to 90%, with showers developing by midday and continuing through the afternoon. Rainfall amounts could reach up to a half inch, creating slick roads, reduced visibility, and ponding in low-lying areas.
Temperatures fall sharply Sunday night into the upper 30s. If pavement remains damp, a few slick spots may develop on bridges and elevated roads by early Monday.
Monday turns quieter with sunshine and highs near 60°F, followed by a chilly start Tuesday morning in the mid-30s before sunshine returns.
Plan ahead: keep rain gear ready, allow extra travel time this weekend, and stay alert for rapidly changing conditions during storm periods.
Five Day Outlook for Blacksburg, Virginia
Saturday: High 79°F – 60% chance of afternoon storms
Sunday: High 65°F – 90% rain likely
Monday: High 60°F – Sunny
Tuesday: High 54°F – Sunny
Wednesday: High 59°F – Sunny
