BLACKSBURG, Va. – The New River Valley woke under a frosty veil early Tuesday as light snow flurries swirled through the chill, dusting fields, rooftops, and quiet roads in a thin white sheen. The air feels crisp and biting, with temperatures in the low 20s and a west wind rattling flagpoles across the Virginia Tech campus — a true taste of early winter.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a Special Weather Statement remains in effect for portions of southwest Virginia, northwest North Carolina, and southeast West Virginia, warning of slick spots on bridges and untreated roads as snow showers linger. While accumulations are expected to stay under a half-inch, roadways along higher terrain near I-81 and Route 460 may remain slippery through midmorning as temperatures hover below freezing.
Drivers should allow extra time, especially through Pulaski, Wythe, and Montgomery counties. The wind chill sits in the teens at daybreak, making even brief walks outdoors feel sharply colder. By late morning, the snow will taper and skies will gradually clear, setting up a bright but chilly Veterans Day afternoon.
A warming trend begins midweek, with highs climbing into the low 50s Wednesday and mid-50s Thursday under full sunshine. Nights will stay cold but calm — ideal for late-fall yardwork or early holiday prep. By Friday, highs near 60°F mark the return of seasonable comfort before rain chances edge in late weekend.
Winter’s grip may loosen briefly, but forecasters hint at more cold shots before Thanksgiving — a reminder that November’s early snow is only the season’s first sign.
Five-Day Forecast for Blacksburg, VA:
Tue: 38/20 – Flurries early; breezy; slick roads before sunrise.
Wed: 54/36 – Sunny; milder afternoon; calm winds.
Thu: 53/30 – Mostly sunny; cool and dry.
Fri: 61/41 – Mild and sunny; light south breeze.
Sat: 63/44 – Increasing clouds; chance of rain late.
