Virginia greets the morning with calm skies, damp air, and a mild coastal breeze.
The quiet start masks a wetter pattern developing later this week.
Across eastern Virginia, conditions stay pleasant through Christmas Day.
Sunshine dominates, and temperatures climb into the mid-50s near the coast.
Travel remains smooth for now, with dry pavement and good visibility.
Attention shifts quickly toward late Thursday and Friday.
Meteorologists are tracking a system sliding along the Southeast coastline.
Moisture increases, and rain chances rise across the Tidewater region.
Christmas Day itself stays mostly dry, though clouds thicken by afternoon.
A few showers may develop before evening, especially closer to the coast.
Any rainfall remains light, but roads could turn slick after sunset.
By Friday, rain becomes more likely.
Forecast guidance shows a 40 to 70 percent chance of rain, with periods of steady showers possible.
Winds increase slightly, adding a raw feel near the shoreline.
While winter storms hammer other regions, Virginia avoids snow and ice for now.
Still, wet pavement and holiday traffic create their own hazards.
Drivers should expect slower travel on I-64, Route 58, and local connectors.
Friday night appears wettest.
Rain likely continues into early Saturday, keeping conditions unsettled.
Visibility may drop during heavier bursts, especially near coastal bridges.
Saturday improves gradually.
Clouds break at times, and temperatures rebound into the low 50s.
Roads dry out, easing post-Christmas travel concerns by afternoon.
This pattern fits the broader Southeast setup.
A lingering front feeds moisture northward, while colder air stays well inland.
No freeze concerns appear imminent for the coast.
5-Day Outlook for Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Today: Sunny, mild, high near 54
- Christmas Day: Mostly cloudy, chance of rain, high near 56
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, cooler, high near 46
- Friday: Rain likely, breezy, high near 46
- Saturday: Partly sunny, improving, high near 51
