BLACKSBURG, Va. – The early morning fog hangs low across the New River Valley, softening headlights along Route 460 and cloaking the rolling fields in a silver haze. By midmorning, the mist will lift, revealing a stretch of clear blue skies and the start of several warm, sunny days — an ideal break before another round of November rain later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, fog will clear by 9 a.m., followed by sunshine and highs near 58°F today. A gentle west breeze, with gusts near 20 mph, keeps the air crisp but comfortable. It’s a good time to handle outdoor cleanup or early travel ahead of Friday’s potential showers.
Tuesday and Wednesday bring classic fall comfort — mostly sunny skies, highs climbing from the upper 50s to upper 60s, and calm winds. Mornings remain chilly in the mid-30s, hinting at the steady seasonal cooling creeping in from the Appalachians. By midweek, sunshine dominates again with highs near 68°F, offering near-perfect weather for campus activities at Virginia Tech or afternoon commutes through Montgomery County.
The calm pattern shifts Thursday night as clouds increase and a Friday rain chance moves in, with up to a 50% likelihood of scattered showers. Temperatures will hold mild in the low 60s, but cooler, breezier air follows behind the front into the weekend. Early models suggest another front late next week — possibly the first real sign of pre-Thanksgiving chill.
For now, Southwest Virginia stays comfortably mild, perfect for outdoor chores, hikes, or one last fall color drive before winter’s edge begins to show.
Five-Day Outlook for Blacksburg, VA:
Mon: 58/36 – Morning fog; sunny afternoon.
Tue: 59/38 – Mostly sunny; calm breeze.
Wed: 68/44 – Sunny and mild.
Thu: 61/39 – Mostly clear; light winds.
Fri: 63/47 – Cloudy; 50% chance of rain.
