Virginia Beach, VA – A stretch of pleasant fall weather across Coastal Virginia is set to give way to showers and cooler air as the weekend approaches. After a bright, breezy Thursday, forecasters say a cold front will bring late-week rain and a notable temperature drop by Veterans Day.
The Current Conditions: Calm Seas and Bright Skies
The National Weather Service in Wakefield reports that Thursday began with clear skies and light surf from Oceanfront to Oceana, offering a peaceful autumn morning across Hampton Roads. Highs are expected to reach around 58°F, with low humidity and steady northwest breezes adding a crisp feel to the air.
By evening, skies remain mostly clear, creating ideal conditions for evening beach walks or early fall yard cleanup as sunset temperatures fall into the upper 40s.
Meteorologists note this calm pattern won’t last long, as southerly winds start drawing in moisture by Friday afternoon.
The Weekend Forecast: Clouds Building and Rain Moving In
Friday will be the warmest day of the week, with highs climbing to around 65°F under partly cloudy skies. Winds will shift to the southwest, signaling the arrival of a more unsettled weather pattern.
By Saturday morning, clouds will thicken as moisture from the Gulf of Mexico pushes into southeastern Virginia. Light showers could begin before noon, turning more widespread by Saturday evening.
The best chance of steady rain and even a few isolated thunderstorms will arrive Sunday afternoon, as a cold front moves through the region. Temperatures may briefly spike into the low 70s ahead of the front, followed by gusty winds and falling temperatures late Sunday night.
“We’re expecting a few rounds of rain this weekend, with the heaviest activity late Saturday into Sunday,” the National Weather Service said in a regional update. “Travelers should be ready for slick roads and reduced visibility.”
Veterans Day Outlook: Cooler and Breezy Conditions Return
After the front passes, cooler, drier air will sweep into Coastal Virginia early next week. Veterans Day on Tuesday will bring a much different feel, with brisk northwest winds and highs only reaching near 50°F. Lows will dip into the mid-30s inland, hinting at the season’s first frost by midweek.
Residents attending Veterans Day ceremonies should bundle up and prepare for wind chills in the 40s through much of the morning.
Travel and Outdoor Impacts
Those planning outdoor activities or travel this weekend should monitor conditions closely.
- Saturday night and Sunday: Expect wet roads, especially along Interstate 64 and U.S. Route 13.
- Sunday evening: Gusty winds could make driving difficult on bridges and elevated roadways, including the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
- Tuesday morning: Cooler air could lead to patchy inland frost, especially in Isle of Wight and Suffolk County.
Boaters are also advised to stay alert for rough surf and strong currents late Sunday into Monday as winds shift northwest behind the front.
Five-Day Forecast for Virginia Beach, VA
- Thursday: 58°F / 47°F – Sunny and breezy.
- Friday: 65°F / 57°F – Partly cloudy, mild afternoon.
- Saturday: 69°F / 57°F – Increasing clouds, showers late.
- Sunday: 72°F / 43°F – Showers, isolated thunder, windy.
- Tuesday (Veterans Day): 50°F / 36°F – Breezy, colder air returns.
Conclusion
The Coastal Virginia forecast calls for a pleasant end to the workweek, followed by a wet and windy weekend before Veterans Day brings the season’s first real chill. With cooler air and gusty breezes returning, residents are encouraged to keep jackets and umbrellas handy and watch for changing conditions through early next week.
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