The Virginia Weather Podcast

Good afternoon. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Seventy-two degrees right now. In early March. That's not a typo. We're running a solid 49 degrees to 49 degrees above normal. And honestly, it feels more like late April out there than the tail end of winter. In the next 24 hours. Step outside and that mild air just wraps around you. Central Virginia is sitting pretty at 70 degrees this afternoon under partly sunny skies. You might see a quick shower after 4 P.M., but most of us stay dry. Tonight, clouds build in with a low near 51. Down in Hampton Roads, the ocean is doing its job, keeping you a bit cooler at 66 degrees. You'll see mostly sunny skies today, then clouds roll in tonight with a low around 49. Out west in the mountains, you're hitting 69 degrees this afternoon under partly sunny skies. Tonight turns mostly cloudy with a low near 51. Tomorrow, we crank the heat up even more. Central and Western Virginia push toward 80 degrees. Hampton Roads reaches 70, though watch for some patchy fog early. This incredible warmth holds through Saturday. But here's the twist. A cold front crashes the party this weekend. Rain chances climb Saturday night. And Sunday brings showers along with a few rumbles of thunder possible. Highs tumble back into the mid-70s in Central. And the mid-60s at the coast. By the way, tonight is the full moon. With some breaks in the clouds, it should be a lovely sight. We're also gaining over two minutes of daylight every single day now. Sunrise was at 6:38 this morning. And we've a sunset at 6:07 this evening. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. Today's the day to crack a window and let that amazing air in. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good afternoon. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you might do a double-take at your calendar. We're sitting at 69 degrees right now under clear skies. That's running about 49 degrees warmer than usual for early March. Winter seems to have taken an early vacation. In the next 24 hours. Central Virginia tops out near 70 degrees today with a partly sunny sky. You might see a quick shower after 4 P.M., but most of us stay dry. Tonight brings clouds and a mild low around 51. Tomorrow? we're talking 79 degrees and mostly sunny. Down in Hampton Roads, you're seeing a gorgeous mostly sunny day with a high near 66. You're a bit cooler thanks to that southerly breeze off the water. Tonight drops to around 49 under mostly cloudy skies. Thursday looks pleasant with a high near 70 and just some patchy fog to start the morning. Out in Western Virginia, you're also riding this warm wave. High near 69 today with a slight chance of an afternoon shower between 3 and 5. Tonight stays mild around 52. Thursday pushes toward 79 degrees with plenty of sunshine. This unseasonable warmth sticks around through the weekend. Highs climb into the low 80s by Friday and Saturday. Our next real rain chance arrives Saturday night into Sunday, with a few showers and maybe a thunderstorm. By the way, tonight's full moon rises at sunset. With clear skies early, it will be a beautiful one. We're also gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox is just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. That rain yesterday left the ground soaked. And with overnight lows sitting at a damp 42 degrees, we've got some dense fog in the river valleys. Visibility could drop to a quarter mile or less in spots. Take it slow on the roads until the sun burns this layer off. In the next 24 hours. Central Virginia is in for a treat today, climbing to 69 degrees — that's a solid 41 degrees warmer than usual for early March. You'll see partly sunny skies, though keep an eye to the sky after 4 P.M. For a brief shower. Tonight holds steady and mild at 51 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. Down in Hampton Roads, that patchy fog lingers until around 11 A.M. You'll top out near 66 degrees with a southwest breeze at 6 to 9 miles an hour. Interestingly, temperatures slide back into the upper 50s this afternoon as cooler air drifts in from the coast. Overnight, you settle at 49. Out in Western Virginia, the fog clears by mid-morning. Highs hit 69 degrees with light winds. There's a slight chance of a shower between 3 and 5 P.M., but most of us stay dry. Lows tonight remain mild in the lower 50s. Here's the big story. We're looking at a significant warm-up. Thursday brings mostly sunny skies with highs near 80 degrees inland — that's potentially record-breaking territory for early March. Friday and Saturday could hit 82 degrees in Central and Western Virginia, running nearly 41 degrees above normal. Hampton Roads stays cooler thanks to that coastal influence, with highs in the upper 60s to near 70. Rain chances return this weekend. Saturday night into Sunday brings scattered showers and maybe a thunderstorm, especially out west. The pattern stays unsettled into early next week. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Sunrise is at 6:38, sunset at 6:07. Tonight's full moon will have some competition from those clouds rolling in. Grab your sunglasses. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. That gray ceiling overhead? It's finally lifting. We woke up to 44 degrees under a thick overcast, but the atmosphere is shifting gears. A warm front is actively breaking down that stubborn cool air wedge that's held us in the clouds. And what follows over the next few days is something special. In the next 24 hours. Down in Hampton Roads, patchy fog greets the evening commute. Visibility drops to a quarter-mile or less in spots, so take it slow until that fog burns off late tonight. Highs topped out near 66 degrees with a southwest breeze at 6 to 9 miles an hour. Tonight stays mild with a low around 50. Central Virginia climbed to 69 degrees this afternoon under partly sunny skies. You might catch a brief shower after 4 P.M. — just a slight chance, nothing organized. Tonight's low sits at a comfortable 51. Out west, the valleys woke to patchy dense fog near the rivers, but that cleared by mid-morning. Highs topped out near 69 degrees with a slight chance of a shower between 41 degrees and 5 P.M. Lows tonight dip to 52. The warm-up intensifies Thursday and Friday. Central and Western Virginia surge into the upper 70s tomorrow and could hit 82 degrees by Friday. That's running 41 degrees to 41 degrees above normal for early March, putting us in near-record territory. Hampton Roads stays cooler thanks to the ocean influence, with highs in the upper 60s to near 70. The weekend brings that warmth but also increasing shower chances, especially Saturday night into Sunday. A few thunderstorms can't be ruled out. Tonight's full moon rises at sunset. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox sits just two weeks away. It feels like the atmosphere got the memo early. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good evening. Virginia. I'm Jack O'Malley. That dusting of snow yesterday? Already a fading memory. We're about to flip the script in a big way. In the next 24 hours. Right now, a stubborn wedge of cool air has us socked in under gray skies. Central Virginia sits at 47 degrees. Hampton Roads and Western Virginia both sit at 45. It's that damp, overcast chill that seems to cling to your jacket. But change is coming. A warm front lifts north tonight. Fog develops after midnight across the west and coast. The Eastern Shore has a Dense Fog Advisory until 8 P.M. Tonight — visibility down to a quarter mile in spots. Lows hold in the mid-40s statewide. Tomorrow the transformation begins. Western Virginia surges to 74 degrees. Central Virginia reaches 70. Hampton Roads stays cooler at 63 with that coastal influence. A slight chance of rain brushes northern areas by afternoon. Thursday through Saturday? Highs near 80 degrees inland. Friday could hit 82 in Central and Western Virginia — that's roughly 45 degrees above normal for early March. We're talking mid-May warmth, not early March. The weekend stays warm but brings rain chances. Showers become likely Saturday night into Sunday. Could even hear a rumble of thunder. Tonight's full moon rises at sunset. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox sits just two weeks away. And it might already feel like it arrived. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. That bright sunshine you're seeing right now? Don't let it fool you. A messy weather setup is bearing down on us today. In the next 24 hours. Here's what's happening. High pressure over the Great Lakes is shoving cold air down the Appalachians like a wedge. Meanwhile, moisture rides up and over that cold dome. When those two collide, you get wintry mess. Western Virginia sees it first. Mixed precipitation starts around 7 A.M. By midday, sleet becomes likely even as temperatures hit 38 degrees. Ridge tops could see a glaze of ice. Up to half an inch of snow and sleet possible. Tonight stays messy with rain and snow continuing. Lows dip to 35 degrees. Central Virginia, your turn comes by 11 A.M. A rain and snow mix develops this afternoon. Highs reach only 40 degrees. The worst hits overnight with another quarter to half inch possible. A Winter Weather Advisory kicks in at 4 P.M. For Albemarle. Greene. Orange. and Madison counties. That runs through 7 A.M. Tuesday. Tomorrow you climb to 52 degrees as rain tapers off. Down in Hampton Roads, it's just cold rain after 2 P.M. but those northeast winds howl at 18 miles an hour with gusts to 33 miles an hour. Highs top out at 41 degrees. Rain continues tonight with lows near 38 degrees. Now here's the stunning part. By Wednesday, we soar into the 70s. Thursday and Friday? Near 80 degrees inland. Richmond hasn't hit 70 since before Thanksgiving. That's a 40 degrees swing in 72 hours. If your car survives this wintry mix, it'll be begging for a convertible top by Thursday. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Spring knocked on the door overnight with temperatures in the low 40s. but a backdoor cold front is about to slam it shut. Hard. In the next 24 hours. Right now, patchy fog lingers across central and western Virginia. That burns off by mid-morning. Then the front crashes through. and temperatures nosedive. Western Virginia gets the warmest window. You'll hit 66 degrees around 2 P.M. Before the cold air muscle their way in. Central Virginia tops out at 58 degrees by early afternoon, then slides back fast. Hampton Roads reaches 55 degrees by late morning before the chill takes over. Winds flip northwest and gust to 20 miles an hour along the coast. You'll feel that shift. Tonight, the cold settles in statewide. Central Virginia drops to 31 degrees. Hampton Roads falls to 36. Western Virginia cools to 33. Partly cloudy skies and a light northeast breeze around 5 to 9 miles an hour. Monday stays cool and unsettled. Central Virginia reaches 39 degrees with a chance of light snow after 1 P.M. Hampton Roads hits 40 with a slight chance of rain and snow mixing in. Western Virginia sees 37 degrees with possible light snow and rain. Confidence is low on accumulation, but western areas could see minor impacts Monday night into Tuesday morning. Here's your heads-up for the week. Monday night brings possible wintry mix west of Richmond, but totals look minimal. Tuesday turns milder with rain likely and highs in the low to mid 50s. Then everything flips. Wednesday kicks off a major warm-up. Highs climb into the upper 60s. By Thursday, you're looking at 76 degrees. Friday and Saturday could touch the upper 70s. We're gaining 2 minutes and 22 seconds of daylight today. Sunrise at 6:42 A.M., sunset at 6:04 P.M. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning. Maine. I'm DJ Huzz. Folks, winter just hit the snooze button. High pressure is sliding in from the west after yesterday's coastal system drifted south. That means sunshine and mild air — perfect Saturday for whatever you've got planned. In the next 24 hours. Central Virginia climbs to 65 degrees under blue skies. Light southwest winds keep it comfortable. Out west, you'll see some patchy fog before 8 A.M., then mostly sunny skies push you to 69 degrees. Down in Hampton Roads, northerly winds off the water keep things a bit cooler — partly sunny with a high of 51 degrees. Tonight stays quiet. Mostly clear skies with lows dropping to 42 degrees in Central Virginia, 44 degrees out west. and 40 degrees near the coast. Sunday brings the twist. A backdoor cold front sneaks in from the northeast, bringing clouds and cooler air. Central and Western Virginia hit 66 degrees before temperatures fall through the afternoon. Hampton Roads reaches 61 degrees. There's a slight chance of light rain after 1 P.M. In Central Virginia. Sunday night turns cold statewide — lows dip to 29 degrees inland and 33 degrees near the coast. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Monday stays cloudy with highs near 39 degrees. A slight chance of snow develops after 7 A.M., especially in the mountains. Monday night into Tuesday morning brings the tricky part — a mix of snow, sleet. and freezing rain is possible. Temperatures hover right at freezing, so watch for slick spots Tuesday morning. Then mid-week flips the script. Highs climb to the mid 60s Wednesday, low 70s Thursday and Friday. and near 80 degrees by next weekend. Enjoy the quiet today. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast — it's Thursday, February 26th. Grab your umbrella. Rain is already rolling in from the south. And it's about to soak the entire state. Hampton Roads gets hit first and hardest. Rain arrives around 6 A.M. And doesn't quit until early evening. You're looking at 1 to 2 inches by the time it's done — the kind of steady soaking that fills every gutter and turns parking lots into shallow lakes. Central Virginia sees steadier rain through mid-afternoon. Expect a half to three-quarters of an inch. Western Virginia gets off lighter — mostly wrapping up by early afternoon with a quarter to half an inch. Now here's the twist. Your warmest temps? They might be this morning. Hampton Roads and Central Virginia both hit 53 degrees with that southwest wind. Western Virginia climbs to 54 by mid-afternoon. But as the front slides south this afternoon, temperatures hold steady or even drop slightly. Don't expect any warming trend today. Tonight, the rain clears out. Skies turn partly cloudy. Lows drop to the mid-30s statewide — feeling refreshing after all that dampness. Friday brings a break. Partly sunny skies across most of the state. Western Virginia sees the nicest conditions with highs near 55 degrees. Central Virginia reaches 54. Hampton Roads stays cooler at 46 with a northeast breeze. Saturday is the star — sunny and warm. Central Virginia hits 65 degrees. Western Virginia climbs to 68. Perfect weather if you ask me. Sunday stays pleasant with mostly sunny skies and temps in the upper 50s to low 60s. But Monday and Tuesday? A winter system could bring a mix of rain, freezing rain. And snow. Exact impacts remain unclear, but it's worth watching. Keep that umbrella close today. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast — it's Wednesday, February 25th. Folks, winter just hit the snooze button. We're waking up to a quiet, cloudy morning across the state, but don't get too comfortable. Rain's on the way. Right now, temperatures are sitting in the low 40s from Norfolk to Richmond to Roanoke. Not bad for late February. You'll want that light jacket this morning, but leave the heavy coat at home. Clouds thicken as the day goes on. By mid-afternoon, rain starts sneaking in from the west. The mountains see it first — showers arrive around 2 P.M. in Roanoke and Blacksburg. Richmond and Tidewater, you're dry until evening. Expect rain to roll in after 6 P.M. Highs today climb to the upper 40s statewide. Nothing dramatic, just a mild, damp February day. Tonight, the rain settles in. Steady showers across Virginia, with lows dropping to the mid-30s. Not cold enough for snow, but chilly enough to make you grab an extra blanket. For the rest of the week. Thursday stays wet with rain lingering through the morning. Highs near 50 degrees. Friday dries out, but stays cloudy with temps in the low 50s. Then the weekend brings a big shift — sunshine returns Saturday with highs jumping to the upper 50s. Sunday pushes 60 degrees with clear skies. Perfect weather for getting outside. Grab that umbrella before you head out today. You're going to need it. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast — it's Tuesday, February 24th. Step outside right now and you'll feel that crisp bite in the air. We're sitting at 30 degrees statewide. And we're not climbing far today. But here's the thing.. This cold snap is just the opening act. The real drama unfolds later this week. Central Virginia starts with sunshine and a high of 43 degrees. Tonight clouds roll in. And by 5 A.M. Wednesday morning you might see a mix of rain and snow. Nothing major, just a tease. Wednesday warms dramatically to 56 degrees with gusts up to 26 miles an hour. Then Thursday brings steady rain, holding at 56 degrees. Down in Hampton Roads, mostly sunny skies today but only 42 degrees. Tonight clouds thicken and winds pick up, gusting to 22 miles an hour. Wednesday brings a slight chance of rain with highs near 54 degrees. But Thursday? Rain moves in and stays. Highs near 56 degrees, but with that rain it'll feel cooler. Out in Western Virginia, you're starting coldest at 25 degrees at 6 A.M. By 3 P.M. You climb to 44 degrees. Tonight clouds increase with a slight chance of rain and snow. Wednesday jumps to 57 degrees. Thursday brings rain with temperatures holding at 57. Looking at the week ahead. Rain dominates Thursday and Friday with temperatures in the 50s. Saturday brings sunshine back. Central Virginia hits 61 degrees, Hampton Roads 50. And Western Virginia soars to 66. Sunday stays mild, but Monday brings another system. Rain and snow return with temperatures dropping back to the 40s. One bright spot: we're gaining daylight fast. Two minutes and 20 seconds more today. Sunrise at 6:49 A.M., sunset at 5:59 P.M. Keep those umbrellas handy this week. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast — it's Monday, February 23rd. The Eastern Shore is getting absolutely hammered right now. We're talking blizzard conditions with snow falling at 3 inches an hour and wind gusts hitting 60 miles an hour near Ocean City. That's hurricane-force wind mixed with whiteout snow. The Blizzard Warning stays up until 7 PM tonight. If you're out there, stay inside. Roads are skating rinks. And power lines are coming down. The rest of Virginia woke up to a fresh inch of snow — just enough to make everything slick. Central and southeastern Virginia are under Winter Weather Advisories, with Hampton Roads seeing a nasty mix of rain and snow between 11 AM and 1 PM that's leaving ice on bridges and overpasses. Temperatures are hovering right at freezing, so anything wet is going to lock up solid tonight. Western Virginia.. You've got wind. Gusts hit 50 miles an hour in the mountains today, strong enough to knock down branches and flip trucks. With temperatures in the 20s, wind chills drop near zero at higher elevations. That's the kind of cold that bites. Here's the breakdown. Central Virginia hits 43 degrees around 3 PM, but northwest winds gust to 30 miles an hour. By 5 AM Tuesday, it'll feel like 19 degrees. Hampton Roads only climbs to 41 with 38-mile-an-hour gusts — brutal near the water. Western Virginia reaches 41 under mostly sunny skies, but those 41-mile-an-hour gusts make it feel closer to zero in the mountains. Tonight, winds ease and skies clear. Lows drop to the mid-20s statewide. Watch for black ice on bridges and sidewalks. The week ahead brings sunshine Tuesday with highs in the low 40s. Wednesday clouds return. Thursday delivers rain — lots of it — with highs jumping into the upper 50s. That rain lingers into Friday, but by the weekend we're flirting with the low 60s. Winter's grip is loosening. Charge your phone and fill the gas tank if you're on the Eastern Shore. You might need both. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly. And welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast — it's Sunday, February 22nd. Folks, we've got a serious situation unfolding today. A coastal storm is about to slam Virginia. And if you're on the Eastern Shore, you need to hunker down now. This is blizzard-level stuff. The Eastern Shore is under Blizzard Warnings starting at 1 PM today. We're talking 12 to 16 inches of snow in Maryland, 4 to 8 inches on Virginia's side. But here's the real danger — wind gusts hitting 55 to 60 miles an hour right along the coast. That's hurricane-force, people. Whiteout conditions, downed trees, power outages. If you're in Accomack or Northampton Counties, don't travel tonight. Period. Hampton Roads, you're not off the hook. Rain flips to snow this evening as temperatures crash from 44 degrees this morning to 33 by tonight. Wind gusts hit 45 miles an hour. Roads will ice over fast once the sun sets. Central Virginia — Richmond, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg — you start with rain but switch to snow by mid-afternoon. Expect 1 to 3 inches, but the bigger threat is black ice forming after dark as temps drop to 31 degrees. Untreated roads will be skating rinks. Western Virginia, you're dealing with snow squalls. Brief but intense bursts with wind gusts to 45 miles an hour. The mountains could see 5 to 12 inches above 3,500 feet. And by Monday morning? Wind chills near zero. That's dangerous cold. Here's the week ahead. Monday stays messy with lingering snow. Tuesday brings sun and highs near 43. Wednesday jumps to 57 — almost spring-like. Thursday brings rain. And by Saturday we're near 60 degrees with showers. Stay off the roads today if you can. This storm means business. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly, and welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast. It's Saturday, February 17th. Folks, here's the deal. Western Virginia woke up and chose spring today. The rest of the state? Still thinking it over. Out in the western mountains, you're looking at 61 degrees this afternoon. Sixty one. In February. A gentle west breeze at 3 to 7 miles an hour makes it feel like somebody left the door open to April. Perfect weather for a hike if you ask me. Now drive east toward Richmond and Central Virginia. The thermometer drops to 45 degrees. A whisper of west wind at 3 miles an hour. Pleasant enough, but you'll want a light jacket. Head all the way to Hampton Roads and you're sitting at 49 degrees. That northeast breeze off the water at 6 miles an hour adds a little bite. Not cold, just crisp enough to remind you it's still winter. Tonight, the whole state settles into the 30s. Nothing dramatic. Just a slow, easy cool down. Air quality sits at moderate, so if you're sensitive, maybe keep that evening jog short. Here's something to smile about. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight every single day now. Sunrise at 6:32 A.M., sunset at 5:20 P.M. Those evening walks are getting brighter, and honestly, you can feel the shift. Here's your heads up for the week ahead. We're looking at a quiet, steady stretch. Highs hold in the 40s and 50s through midweek. No storms lurking. No wild temperature swings. Just late winter doing its calm, uneventful thing. Enjoy it while it lasts. One more thing. If this forecast made your Saturday morning a little easier, share it with a neighbor. Word of mouth keeps us going. Bundle up tonight, enjoy that warmth out west while you can. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. Take care!

Good morning! I'm Aaron Jolly, and welcome to the Virginia Weather Podcast. It's Friday, February 23rd. Folks, here's the deal. Virginia woke up boring today. And I mean that as a compliment. Forty five degrees from the Shenandoah Valley all the way to Virginia Beach. The entire state, same temperature. That almost never happens. Now here's the thing. The wind tells a different story. Out in the western mountains, you're catching northwest gusts at 9 to 14 miles an hour. Enough to make that 45 feel more like 38. Drive east toward Richmond and it's barely a whisper, 3 to 9 miles an hour. Down in Hampton Roads, you're splitting the difference at 7 to 10. Tonight, the whole state dips into the upper 20s. No drama. Just classic late February doing its thing. Bundle up if you're heading out after dark. That kind of cold sneaks up on you. Saturday looks like a carbon copy. Highs near 45 degrees under partly cloudy skies. The weekend stays dry. There's only a slim chance of a stray shower, and I mean slim. Here's your heads up for the week ahead. We're climbing. By Tuesday, you're seeing highs near 50 degrees. That's the kind of slow warm up that actually sticks. And here's something to smile about. We're gaining almost three extra minutes of daylight every single day now. You'll notice it at dinner time. The sun is fighting back. One quick note. Air quality today is moderate. If you've got sensitive lungs, maybe keep the jog easy. Perfect weather for a long walk instead. Alright. If you're enjoying these morning updates, share us with a friend. Word of mouth keeps this thing going. Stay safe out there. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.