Blacksburg, VA – Virginia steps into a fierce December blast today as snow flurries swirl over Blacksburg and bitter northwest winds whip across open fields. Light powder dusts rooftops, but it’s the raw, biting cold that hits first — the kind that stings the face and pulls steam from every breath.
According to the National Weather Service, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. Monday, with wind chills falling to –15° in higher terrain from Floyd County to the West Virginia line. Gusts may reach 45 mph, creating sudden drops in visibility and making even short walks risky without layers, gloves, and face protection.
Drivers heading along US-460, I-81, or any exposed mountain corridor should plan for quick crosswinds and slick pavement where lingering flurries meet freezing road surfaces. Meteorologists warn that frostbite could occur in as little as 30 minutes on exposed skin, especially during the windiest part of the afternoon.
For now, skies turn mostly sunny later today, but temperatures fall quickly after dark. Monday morning delivers the coldest bite, with many locations starting in the single digits before the sun slowly warms the region. Families preparing for school pickups and early holiday events should expect icy sidewalks and sharp wind chills at bus stops.
By Tuesday, the pattern eases. Highs rebound into the mid-40s under bright sun — a welcome break before another late-week system brings clouds and a small chance for light rain or a brief high-elevation flurry. Models hint at a subtle “Winter Tease” developing as the Christmas travel window opens.
Five-Day Outlook (Sun–Thu)
• Today: Flurries early; mostly sunny later; high 23; wind chills below zero.
• Monday: Sunny; high 33; frigid start.
• Monday Night: Clear; low 20.
• Tuesday: Sunny; high 46; calmer winds.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny; high 51.
• Thursday: Rain likely; high 53.
