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Virginia Weather Alert Today: Wind Chills in 20s, Gusts 25 MPH
BLACKSBURG, VA – A blast of cold Canadian air is bringing frigid conditions to southwest Virginia and surrounding mountain communities Friday, Nov. 13, with wind chills dropping into the 20s and tempe
By Natalie Rhodes · 2026-11-13T09:02:59.039Z
BLACKSBURG, VA – A blast of cold Canadian air is bringing frigid conditions to southwest Virginia and surrounding mountain communities Friday, Nov. 13, with wind chills dropping into the 20s and temperatures running as much as 15 degrees below normal.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, the colder than normal weather will continue through Saturday, Nov. 14, with breezy conditions making it feel even colder across the mountains, foothills and Piedmont.
Mountain temperatures are expected to run 10 to 15 degrees below seasonal averages , while locations east of the Blue Ridge Mountains will experience temperatures approximately 5 degrees below normal.
The coldest apparent temperatures are expected across higher elevations, where wind chills will fall into the 20s.
Areas east of the Blue Ridge, including portions of the Virginia Piedmont, could experience wind chills in the 30s.
Communities across southwest and west central Virginia, including Blacksburg, Roanoke, Christiansburg, Wytheville, Galax and surrounding mountain areas, will experience the colder weather.
The forecast also extends into portions of southern West Virginia and northwestern North Carolina within the Blacksburg weather office's coverage area.
Wind gusts of 20 to 25 mph are expected Friday and Saturday , adding to the uncomfortable conditions for residents spending time outdoors.
The National Weather Service reports that winds will gradually decrease during Friday, although breezy weather is expected to persist into the weekend.
Residents heading to work, school or outdoor activities should dress in warm layers and consider wearing insulated jackets, gloves and hats, particularly in higher elevations.
The combination of colder temperatures and gusty winds could make extended outdoor activities uncomfortable, especially during the morning hours.
While the forecast highlights frigid conditions, the provided update does not indicate a formal winter weather advisory or widespread snowfall threat.
Cold conditions are expected to continue Saturday before the regional weather pattern changes.
Residents can monitor updated temperatures, wind chills and local forecasts at weather.gov/rnk .