Virginia Beach, VA – A Flood Watch has been issued for coastal Virginia starting at 2 p.m. Thursday, as heavy rain moves into the region. The heaviest rainfall is expected to hit late Thursday night into early Friday, with some areas experiencing up to 2–4 inches of rain. This increase in rainfall could cause flash flooding, particularly in low-lying areas and regions with poor drainage systems.
Rainfall Expected to Impact Virginia Beach and Surrounding Areas
According to the National Weather Service in Wakefield, the Flood Watch extends across much of southeast Virginia and parts of northeast North Carolina. The warning includes areas like Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Suffolk, and Chesapeake. The Elizabeth River and popular routes like Interstate 64 could face street and creek flooding due to the rainfall, which is expected to intensify overnight.
The service notes that rainfall rates could overwhelm streets quickly, and low-lying neighborhoods should be prepared for potential flooding. Drivers should anticipate water-covered roads throughout the Thursday evening commute and into the early hours of Friday.
Prepare for Heavy Downpours, Lightning, and Flooding
Those in flood-prone neighborhoods are urged to secure property and be ready to seek higher ground if conditions worsen. Outdoor activities Thursday night may be impacted by heavy downpours and lightning.
Though the rain is expected to taper by Friday, lingering showers could still cause ponding on roads, especially in areas where the drainage systems are already overwhelmed.
Virginia Beach Forecast: What to Expect
The Virginia Beach area will experience variable weather over the coming days, with more showers and thunderstorms on Thursday evening. By Friday, partly sunny conditions are expected in the afternoon. The weekend will bring mostly sunny skies, offering some relief after the stormy weather.
Friday’s forecast includes morning showers, followed by clearing skies in the afternoon. High temperatures will hover around 83°F, with lows of 74°F. As the weekend approaches, the forecast is calling for mostly sunny conditions, with highs remaining in the 81°F–83°F range.
Five Day Virginia Beach Forecast:
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m., heavy at times. High 87°F, low 74°F.
- Friday: Morning showers and thunderstorms, partly sunny afternoon. High 83°F, low 74°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 81°F, low 72°F.
- Sunday: Sunny. High 81°F, low 72°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny. High 81°F, low 72°F.
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