Richmond, Virginia – A stretch of persistent winter chill across Virginia is expected to loosen its grip during the first full week of February, offering a modest warm-up even as colder-than-normal conditions remain in place statewide.
According to the National Weather Service and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, temperatures from Tuesday, Feb. 4, through Monday, Feb. 10, are still favored to run below normal across much of Virginia. Even so, daytime highs are projected to trend several degrees warmer than late January. In central and eastern Virginia, including Richmond, Petersburg, and Williamsburg, highs may reach the upper 30s to low 40s at times, with overnight lows generally falling into the 20s.
Colder air will continue to dominate western and southwestern Virginia, including the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Highlands, where overnight lows may dip into the teens. Despite that, the broader pattern does not point to a prolonged Arctic outbreak, signaling a break from the harshest cold spells earlier this winter.
Precipitation chances appear limited during this stretch, lowering the risk for widespread snow or ice. Travel along major corridors such as I-95, I-64, and I-81 should remain manageable, though refreezing overnight could still create slick spots during early morning commutes.
Residents are encouraged to maintain winter precautions, including watching for icy roads and protecting pipes during colder nights. While this warm-up is subtle and not an early sign of spring, it does reflect a gradual easing of winter’s intensity as February progresses, with additional advisories possible if conditions change.
