Blacksburg, Virginia – Drivers and residents in southwest Virginia face a marginal risk of flash flooding Thursday night into Friday as heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms track across the region. Local roads could become hazardous, with patchy fog and reduced visibility compounding travel risks.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a Hazardous Weather Outlook remains in effect for areas including Stokes, Tazewell, Roanoke, Patrick, and Mercer counties. The greatest threat comes tonight through early Friday, with showers likely after midnight and thunderstorms developing by midday. Some areas may see new rainfall totals between a tenth and a quarter inch, but locally higher amounts are possible in heavier storms.
Cities along the US 460 corridor—Blacksburg, Christiansburg, and Salem—should prepare for possible flash flooding in low-lying spots. School districts and commuters are advised to monitor for road closures and avoid driving through high water. The risk of widespread hazardous weather decreases after Friday, but isolated showers could linger through the weekend.
Residents should charge devices, secure outdoor items, and have a plan for changing weather. Stay tuned for updates, as more advisories may be issued if heavy rain redevelops.
Five Day Blacksburg, VA Weather at a Glance:
- Friday: Showers and storms likely, patchy fog. High 78°F. Rain chance: 50%.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, chance of showers. High 73°F. Rain chance: 30%.
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers, then mostly sunny. High 74°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, warm. High 77°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, chance of showers. High 76°F. Rain chance: 40%.
