Blacksburg, Virginia – Storms could disrupt Friday afternoon travel across southwestern Virginia as high temperatures combine with unstable air to trigger thunderstorms.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, scattered storms are expected to develop after 2 p.m. Friday, following a calm and partly sunny morning with highs near 85°F. Lightning, heavy rain, and brief wind gusts are possible, especially along Route 460 and I-81, where visibility may drop quickly. Rainfall totals will remain light, but isolated downpours could make driving hazardous.
Blacksburg residents should monitor weather alerts closely, especially those attending outdoor events or commuting mid-afternoon. Power flickers are possible in elevated areas, and travelers are urged to check VDOT traffic alerts before heading out.
After a quiet Thursday with mostly sunny skies and a high near 86°F, conditions will turn unsettled through the weekend. Saturday brings a renewed chance for showers and storms after 2 p.m., with highs near 84°F. Storm activity may continue into Saturday night, especially after 8 p.m., raising concerns for localized flooding in low-lying areas.
The threat lingers into Sunday, with scattered storms expected before 2 p.m. followed by occasional showers. While no severe alerts are currently active, the pattern is unsettled through Monday.
🔻 Five-Day Blacksburg Weather Forecast (June 11–16)
- Wednesday: Patchy fog early, then sunny. High: 83°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and warm. High: 86°F
- Friday: Chance of storms after 2 p.m. High: 85°F
- Saturday: Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m. High: 84°F
- Sunday: Rain likely, especially early. High: 83°F
