Virginia – Cold air bites early this morning as temperatures sit near 30 degrees across the New River Valley, frosting windshields and stiffening fingers before sunrise. The sky stays quiet for now, but change is already lining up behind it.
According to the National Weather Service, calm conditions and clear skies early allow temperatures to dip into the mid-30s before a rapid warm-up begins later today. Sunshine pushes highs toward the upper 50s, helping melt early frost and easing travel conditions by late morning.
That brief calm sets the stage for a wetter stretch. Clouds increase tonight, signaling a shift to a much milder and unsettled pattern. By Friday afternoon, showers begin developing around Blacksburg, Radford, and along Route 460. Roads turn slick as rain coverage expands through the evening.
Rain intensifies Friday night and continues into Saturday. Highs climb into the low 60s, well above January averages, while steady rainfall soaks the region. Low-lying areas and poor drainage spots may see standing water. Drivers should plan extra time and watch for reduced visibility, especially after dark.
Saturday night stays damp, with rain lingering before gradually tapering. As temperatures fall into the upper 30s, wet pavement cools quickly. While snow is not expected, this setup raises flash-freeze concerns on bridges and shaded roads late.
Sunday brings improvement. Skies turn partly sunny, temperatures drop back into the low 40s, and roads begin to dry. Colder nights return early next week, reinforcing winter’s grip after the brief warm surge.
More updates may follow as rainfall timing sharpens. Traveling this weekend? Let us know what road conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Outlook for Blacksburg, VA
• Today: Partly sunny. High near 58.
• Friday: Showers develop late. High near 62.
• Saturday: Steady rain. High near 63.
• Sunday: Partly sunny, cooler. High near 41.
• Monday: Sunny and colder. High near 41.
