Blacksburg, VA – Temperatures will stay below normal this weekend, with freezing rain likely to create hazardous travel conditions Saturday night into Sunday morning. Drivers should prepare for slick roads, particularly on rural routes and less-traveled highways.
According to the National Weather Service, highs Friday will climb to 46 degrees under partly sunny skies. Calm winds and clear conditions will continue into Friday night, with lows dipping to 25. Saturday will bring sunny skies and a high of 43, but conditions will worsen overnight. A freezing rain advisory may be issued as temperatures drop to 28.
Sunday morning brings a 50% chance of freezing rain before 9 a.m., transitioning to rain as temperatures rise to a high of 40. Rainfall could make roads slick through midday Sunday. By Sunday night, rain is likely, with a 70% chance of precipitation and a low of 36.
Travelers should plan ahead, especially on highways like Route 460 and Interstate 81, where icy patches may form overnight. Stock vehicles with emergency kits and check forecasts frequently.
The week ahead will bring a break from wintry precipitation. Monday is expected to be partly sunny with a high of 51. Conditions remain dry through Wednesday, with highs ranging from the mid-40s to low 50s.
Stay alert to updated weather advisories this weekend. Freezing rain is a significant safety hazard, especially during the early morning hours Sunday.
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