Blacksburg, Va. – Showers and thunderstorms are expected across Southwest Virginia Saturday afternoon, raising the risk of slick roads and reduced visibility for drivers in Montgomery County and beyond. Patchy fog in the morning will give way to rounds of rain and possible storms after 3 p.m., with highs near 78 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, rainfall totals may reach up to a quarter inch in most areas, though heavier downpours could accompany thunderstorms. Winds will remain light but localized gusts are possible near storms. The rain threat will linger into the overnight hours, tapering to scattered showers before sunrise Sunday. Lows will fall to the mid-50s.
By Sunday, residents can expect a sharp improvement. Skies turn mostly sunny with highs near 70, making for a cooler, calmer end to the weekend. Monday and Tuesday will continue the stretch of dry weather, with highs hovering around 70 to 74 degrees under mostly sunny skies.
Travelers are urged to use caution on wet roadways Saturday evening and check for changing conditions if storms intensify.
Five Day Forecast for Blacksburg, VA:
- Saturday: Showers and storms likely after 3 p.m., high near 78.
- Saturday Night: Showers tapering off, low 56.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 70.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 70, low around 47.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 71, low 52.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 74.
