Virginia opens Monday with mist in the valleys and tree tops already swaying along the ridgelines of the New River Valley. The air feels unsettled early, and conditions are primed to deteriorate fast as strong winds arrive before midday.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a Wind Advisory is in effect from early Monday morning through Tuesday midday. West winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 55 mph across southwest and central Virginia, including Montgomery County and the Blacksburg area.
In Blacksburg, winds ramp up late this morning and peak through the afternoon and evening. Travel becomes challenging along U.S. 460, Route 114, and exposed mountain roads, especially for trucks and SUVs. Loose objects may blow into roadways, and tree limbs could come down. Isolated power outages remain possible as gusts persist into tonight.
Light showers fade quickly, but colder air surges in behind the front. Temperatures fall sharply this evening, dropping from near 50 into the teens by Tuesday morning. Any moisture left on roads may refreeze, raising black ice concerns during early travel hours.
Looking ahead, winter conditions settle in for the final days of 2025. Tuesday stays sunny but cold and windy, with highs near 31. Wednesday brings calmer winds and sunshine, though morning lows dip into the 20s. New Year’s Eve remains dry but chilly, with clouds increasing late.
New Year’s Day 2026 stays mostly dry and cold, with highs near the upper 30s. While snow chances remain low locally, repeated freeze-thaw cycles could keep roads slick during early mornings. Drivers should plan extra time and secure outdoor items today.
Five-Day Outlook for Blacksburg, VA
- Monday: Windy, showers early, high near 50
- Tuesday: Sunny and windy, high near 31
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 41
- New Year’s Day: Mostly cloudy, high near 39
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, colder, high near 44
