Blacksburg, VA – Strong thunderstorms are likely to sweep through southwest Virginia Tuesday night, with a 90% chance of rain hitting Blacksburg after 8 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, the storm system may bring lightning, brief gusty winds, and moderate rainfall of up to a quarter inch. Drivers on US-460 should expect slick roads and low visibility from Tuesday evening into early Wednesday. The heaviest downpours are most likely between 9 p.m. Tuesday and 3 a.m. Wednesday.
Light winds will pick up slightly Tuesday afternoon, turning southeast around 6 mph before storms arrive. Showers may linger into Wednesday morning, followed by cooler, drier air into midweek. Wednesday will bring a 60% chance of additional storms before noon.
No hazardous weather is expected Monday, with partly cloudy skies and highs near 78°F. Tuesday’s high will hover near 74°F, before storms develop later in the day.
Looking Ahead: 5-Day Forecast for Blacksburg
- Wednesday: High near 75°F, storms likely in the morning, then clearing late.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of afternoon showers. High near 63°F.
- Friday: Sunny and warmer, high near 69°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 68°F.
- Sunday: Pleasant and dry, high near 70°F.
