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Southwest Virginia Weather Alert: Blacksburg Near 70°F Wednesday, Oct 28
Blacksburg, VA – A chilly start to the week will give way to warmer afternoons across southwest Virginia, with temperatures climbing from the upper 30s during early morning hours to around 70 degrees
By Jenna Hartley · 2026-10-25T09:04:36.739Z
Blacksburg, VA – A chilly start to the week will give way to warmer afternoons across southwest Virginia, with temperatures climbing from the upper 30s during early morning hours to around 70 degrees by Tuesday, Oct. 27. The warming trend will be interrupted by increasing cloud cover Wednesday, Oct. 28, when afternoon temperatures settle near 65 degrees. Sunshine is expected to return Thursday, bringing another afternoon near 70 degrees as the New River Valley moves toward the final weekend of October.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, Sunday will bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 62 degrees before temperatures fall to approximately 37 degrees Sunday night. Monday's high is expected to reach 68 degrees, followed by another chilly night near 38 degrees. The forecast indicates a gradual warming pattern rather than a sharp temperature surge, with calm winds accompanying much of the early week weather.
Midweek Clouds Bring a Brief Temperature Change Wednesday, Oct. 28, marks the primary transition in the local forecast as mostly cloudy skies replace the sunshine expected Tuesday. Afternoon temperatures will reach approximately 65 degrees, about five degrees cooler than Tuesday's projected high of 70. Although clouds will become more widespread, the supplied forecast does not indicate measurable precipitation or a significant storm system affecting Blacksburg during the period.
Wednesday night will remain mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling to around 43 degrees. That is considerably milder than the upper 30s lows expected Sunday and Monday nights, reducing the intensity of the early morning chill. Residents across Blacksburg, Christiansburg and nearby Montgomery County communities can expect comfortable afternoon conditions but should still prepare for cooler temperatures after sunset.
The contrast between daytime warmth and nighttime temperatures will remain one of the week's more noticeable weather features. Morning commuters traveling Interstate 81, U.S. Route 460 and local roads through the New River Valley may encounter temperatures in the 30s early in the week. The supplied forecast does not indicate significant precipitation, icing or weather related roadway disruptions.
Sunshine Returns Thursday as Temperatures Reach 70 Degrees Thursday, Oct. 29, will bring improving conditions as mostly sunny skies return and afternoon temperatures climb to approximately 70 degrees. The shift follows Wednesday's cloudier and slightly cooler weather, providing another favorable afternoon for outdoor activities, campus events and travel throughout the Blacksburg area.
Thursday night will turn mostly clear, with temperatures falling to approximately 43 degrees. By Friday, Oct. 30, the National Weather Service expects sunny skies and a high near 73 degrees, making it the warmest afternoon in the supplied seven day forecast.
The late week warmth represents an 11 degree increase from Sunday's projected high of 62 degrees, spread across five days. While temperatures will be relatively mild for afternoon activities, the forecast continues to show cooler nights, including a low near 46 degrees Friday night.
Halloween Weekend Outlook Remains Favorable Saturday, Oct. 31, is expected to bring partly sunny skies and a high near 71 degrees, continuing the generally mild weather pattern into Halloween. No significant rain or severe weather threat is identified in the supplied Blacksburg forecast through Saturday.
The broader NOAA Weather Prediction Center discussion highlights heavy rainfall risks in other parts of the country, particularly the central and southern High Plains and southeastern Florida. Those hazards are not identified as threats to Blacksburg in the supplied local forecast.
Residents planning Halloween activities should monitor later updates for Saturday evening temperatures, which were not provided in the current outlook.
Are you looking forward to the return of 70 degree afternoons, or would you prefer cooler fall weather heading into Halloween?
Five Day Weather Outlook Sunday 10/25: Mostly sunny skies will bring an afternoon high near 62 degrees, with light and variable winds; temperatures will fall to approximately 37 degrees Sunday night under mostly clear skies and calm conditions.
Monday 10/26: Partly sunny conditions early will gradually give way to sunshine, with temperatures reaching approximately 68 degrees and calm winds; mostly clear skies follow Monday night as temperatures drop to around 38 degrees.
Tuesday 10/27: Sunny skies and calm winds will accompany an afternoon high near 70 degrees, providing one of the warmer days of the early week; partly cloudy conditions develop Tuesday night, with temperatures falling to around 44 degrees.
Wednesday 10/28: Mostly cloudy skies will dominate the day as afternoon temperatures reach approximately 65 degrees, about five degrees cooler than Tuesday; mostly cloudy conditions continue Wednesday night, with temperatures falling to around 43 degrees.
Thursday 10/29: Mostly sunny skies return across Blacksburg, with afternoon temperatures climbing to approximately 70 degrees; mostly clear conditions follow Thursday night, with temperatures dropping to around 43 degrees ahead of another sunny Friday.
Extended Weather Outlook Friday, Oct. 30: Sunny skies are expected, with temperatures reaching approximately 73 degrees. Friday night will become partly cloudy, with a low near 46 degrees.
Saturday, Oct. 31: Partly sunny conditions are expected for Halloween, with an afternoon high near 71 degrees. The supplied forecast does not include a Saturday night low or specific evening conditions.
A separate NOAA six to 10 day outlook was not provided, so no reliable temperature or precipitation trend beyond Saturday can be established from the supplied information.