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Southwest Virginia Weather: Cold Nights Ahead, Oct. 23-24
Blacksburg, VA – Residents across Blacksburg and Virginia's New River Valley should prepare for chilly overnight temperatures heading into the weekend, with lows expected to reach 34 degrees Friday an
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-10-21T09:15:19.893Z
Blacksburg, VA – Residents across Blacksburg and Virginia's New River Valley should prepare for chilly overnight temperatures heading into the weekend, with lows expected to reach 34 degrees Friday and Saturday nights, October 23 24. Saturday afternoon will also bring the coolest daytime temperatures of the five day forecast, with highs falling to approximately 59 degrees despite continued sunshine.
According to the National Weather Service forecast for Blacksburg, temperatures will gradually decline through Saturday before beginning to recover Sunday. Clear skies and generally light winds will accompany the cooler weather, while no precipitation is indicated in the local five day outlook.
The temperature decline will be particularly noticeable between Wednesday and Saturday, when afternoon highs fall from 67 degrees to 59 degrees, an eight degree difference.
Overnight temperatures will remain several degrees above freezing, although readings near 34 degrees could still create concerns for residents with sensitive outdoor plants.
Five Day Blacksburg Weather Outlook Wednesday 10/21: Sunny skies will dominate Blacksburg and surrounding communities, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 67 degrees. Calm winds are expected throughout the day. Wednesday night turns mostly clear, with temperatures falling to around 39 degrees and light northwest winds.
Thursday 10/22: Sunshine continues, with an afternoon high near 65 degrees. Calm winds will become northerly around 5 mph during the afternoon. Thursday night will remain clear, with temperatures dropping to approximately 35 degrees. Northwest winds around 5 mph will become calm during the evening.
Friday 10/23: Sunny skies remain in the forecast, although afternoon temperatures cool to approximately 62 degrees. Calm winds will become easterly around 5 mph during the afternoon. Friday night brings colder conditions, with clear skies and temperatures falling to around 34 degrees.
Saturday 10/24: The coolest afternoon of the five day forecast arrives, with temperatures reaching only about 59 degrees. Despite the cooler air, sunny skies are expected throughout the day. Saturday night remains clear, with temperatures again dropping to approximately 34 degrees.
Sunday 10/25: Temperatures begin recovering, with afternoon highs reaching approximately 62 degrees under sunny skies. Sunday night turns mostly clear, with temperatures falling to around 36 degrees.
Warmer Temperatures Expected Next Week The local National Weather Service forecast indicates that Blacksburg could warm to approximately 67 degrees Monday, followed by another sunny afternoon near 67 Tuesday.
Looking further ahead, the Climate Prediction Center's October 20 outlook favors above normal temperatures across southwestern Virginia from October 28 through November 3.
The corresponding precipitation outlook also indicates increased odds of above normal precipitation across much of Virginia during that period.
However, these longer range outlooks do not identify specific rainy days or guarantee that a storm will affect Blacksburg.
For now, the primary weather development remains the arrival of chilly overnight temperatures and cooler afternoons heading into Saturday.
Residents planning outdoor activities should prepare for colder mornings and evenings while monitoring updated National Weather Service forecasts for any changes in temperatures or potential frost concerns.