Blacksburg, Va. – Drivers across southwest Virginia face a wet start to the weekend as steady showers and scattered thunderstorms track through the region Friday into Saturday. Heavy rain at times could make roads slick, especially along I-81, raising the risk of delays and slower commutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, storms are most likely Friday afternoon and evening, with widespread showers lingering into Saturday. Rainfall amounts could reach up to half an inch in some areas, and brief downpours may limit visibility on major highways. Residents should plan extra travel time, charge devices in case of outages, and avoid flooded roads.
Friday’s high will reach the mid-70s before dropping into the low 60s by nightfall. Showers will continue into Saturday with cooler air settling in. Highs Saturday are forecast around 69 degrees, signaling the first real taste of fall as September closes.
Sunday offers a partial break, though scattered showers remain possible. By Monday and Tuesday, the region should see lighter, spottier rain with highs in the low 70s. Looking ahead, October begins on a cooler note with highs in the 60s by Wednesday under mostly sunny skies.
The first week of October could bring a noticeable fall chill, with lows trending down toward the 50s. While winter weather remains weeks away, the weekend storm system serves as a reminder that seasonal changes are quickly approaching.
Five-Day Forecast for Blacksburg, Va.
- Friday: Showers and thunderstorms, high 76. Chance of rain 80%.
- Saturday: Showers likely, high 69. Chance of rain 80%.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, scattered showers, high 72. Chance of rain 40%.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers, high 72. Chance of rain 30%.
- Tuesday: Showers possible, high 73. Chance of rain 30%.
- Wednesday (Oct. 1): Mostly sunny, high 69.
