Wakefield, Virginia – Sweltering summer weather will blanket southeast Virginia this Sunday as Wakefield prepares for highs near 89°F and mostly sunny skies — just in time for early 4th of July festivities.
According to the National Weather Service, Wakefield residents can expect a hot, dry day on Sunday, June 29, with west winds near 8 mph and minimal cloud cover. It’s a perfect day for beaches or backyard grilling, but with temperatures climbing, locals should take heat precautions and limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours.
Conditions stay clear through Sunday night, but by Monday evening, scattered thunderstorms are expected after 11 p.m., increasing the risk of wet roads and brief power outages. Drivers along Route 460 and nearby stretches of Route 58 should use caution late Monday into early Tuesday.
Tuesday, July 1, will bring the week’s peak heat — 90°F — along with more showers likely after 3 p.m., possibly affecting early July 4th travel and local event setup. Gusty winds up to 13 mph may accompany stronger cells.
🔥 Six-Day Forecast for Wakefield, VA:
- Sunday (6/29): Mostly sunny, high 89°F
- Monday (6/30): Sunny, high 89°F; storms after 11 p.m.
- Tuesday (7/1): Showers likely after 3 p.m., high 90°F
- Wednesday (7/2): Sunny, high 88°F
- Thursday (7/3): Mostly clear, high 89°F
- Friday (7/4 – Independence Day): Sunny, high 84°F — dry and celebration-ready
