Virginia – Bright sun and crisp air greet Hampton Roads this morning, with calm conditions offering a welcome pause. The Weather Alert focuses on what comes next. A quiet start gives way to a wetter pattern as the region heads toward the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, skies remain sunny through the day with highs near 63 degrees. Light southwest winds turn northwest later, keeping conditions comfortable for travel, errands, and outdoor plans. Visibility stays excellent, and roads remain dry across Virginia Beach and surrounding coastal communities.
Tonight stays mostly clear, with lows dipping to around 43 degrees. Cooler air settles in, but travel issues are not expected. Thursday follows a similar trend. Sunshine dominates again, though temperatures cool slightly, topping out near 51 degrees. Winds stay light, and the day feels seasonable for early January.
Clouds begin to increase Thursday night, signaling a change. By Friday, skies turn mostly cloudy with highs climbing to around 67 degrees, well above average. A Weather shift develops late Friday night as moisture moves north. Showers become possible after midnight, especially closer to the coast.
Saturday brings the first widespread rain chances. Showers develop through the day, with highs near 69 degrees. Roads may turn slick at times, especially along I-264 and coastal routes. Plan extra travel time and keep rain gear handy if you’re heading out.
Rain chances increase Saturday night and linger into Sunday. Temperatures cool slightly, with highs near 57 degrees. While no winter precipitation is expected, steady rain could impact outdoor plans and visibility. Conditions gradually improve early next week as drier air returns.
For now, enjoy the dry stretch. Keep an eye on changing conditions as the weekend approaches, and be ready for wet roads and shifting weather.
Five-Day Outlook for Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Today: Sunny, high 63
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 51
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 67
- Saturday: Chance of showers, high 69
- Sunday: Chance of showers, high 57
