Blacksburg, Va. – Afternoon thunderstorms could disrupt travel and outdoor plans in Blacksburg on Wednesday as patchy morning fog gives way to scattered storms later in the day.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, isolated showers are expected through the early morning, with scattered thunderstorms likely after 4 p.m. Rainfall amounts will generally be light, but some storms could bring higher totals and gusty winds. A high of 83°F is forecast, with fog lingering in low-lying areas before 8 a.m.
Storm activity should taper off by 7 p.m., giving way to mostly clear skies and a low near 62°F. Thursday will bring calmer conditions and sunshine, with temperatures rebounding to 84°F. Independence Day looks ideal across Montgomery County and surrounding areas, with a high near 86°F and no rain in sight.
Drivers are urged to slow down on wet roads during the afternoon commute. Those with outdoor plans should remain alert for lightning and brief downpours, especially between 4 and 7 p.m.
Clear skies and highs in the mid-80s are expected to hold through the weekend, with the next chance of rain returning Monday.
Five-Day Forecast for Blacksburg, VA:
- Thursday: Sunny, high of 84°F
- Friday (Independence Day): Sunny, high of 86°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high of 85°F
- Sunday: Sunny, high of 86°F
- Monday: 30% chance of storms, high of 88°F
