Virginia – Gray skies, damp pavement, and gusty coastal winds are setting up a sharp midweek weather turn along the Tidewater. Showers move through early, but colder air rushes in fast, shifting the feel from mild to unmistakably winterlike by late day. Conditions may change quickly once rain tapers.
According to the National Weather Service, rain showers affect the Virginia Beach area today, mainly during the afternoon, before colder air arrives tonight. Temperatures peak near the upper 50s, then fall steadily as northwest winds strengthen behind the system. A brief window for light snow showers develops Thursday, especially with colder air aloft.
Roads may remain wet into the evening, then dry out as colder air scours moisture away. Even so, falling temperatures could allow leftover damp spots on bridges and overpasses to turn slick late tonight. Drivers should slow down and allow extra stopping distance.
Thursday feels much different. Skies stay mostly cloudy and breezy, with highs near 41. Winds gusting over 30 mph will make it feel colder, especially near the coast. A stray snow shower is possible, though accumulation is not expected. By Thursday night, clearing skies and diminishing winds allow temperatures to plunge into the low 20s, raising freeze concerns for exposed pipes and outdoor pets.
Friday brings calmer winter weather. Sunshine returns, but highs remain in the low 40s. Cold mornings persist into the weekend, though afternoon temperatures rebound into the 50s by Saturday.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest colder air holds across the East while precipitation chances increase next week. Conditions remain active as winter patterns stay locked in.
Heading out later today or early Thursday? Be ready for fast-changing conditions. How strong did the wind feel near your neighborhood?
Five Day Weather Outlook for Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Today: Chance of showers, breezy. High near 58.
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, windy, slight snow chance. High near 41.
• Friday: Sunny and colder. High near 42.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, milder. High near 53.
• Sunday: Partly cloudy, cooler. High near 39.
