by The Weather Podcast, Inc.
Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. If you're driving this morning. Dense fog has settled across Virginia overnight, cutting visibility to a quarter mile or less. A Dense Fog Advisory runs until 10 A.M., so slow down and flip on those low beams. This fog burns off by mid-morning. And then. Well, then it gets interesting. Once that fog clears, we're talking gorgeous. Central Virginia hits 78 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Western Virginia reaches 76 with wall-to-wall sunshine. Hampton Roads tops out at 70, though you'll see more clouds along the coast. Light west winds keep things comfortable statewide. Tonight stays mild — lows around 50 to 52 degrees under clear skies. Now here's where it gets wild. Tuesday brings record-challenging heat for early March. Central Virginia climbs to 83 degrees. Western Virginia hits 81. Hampton Roads reaches 76. We're running 33 degrees above normal, folks — we could tie or break records set back in 2009 and 2000. While you can. Wednesday stays warm — low 80s inland — but clouds build as a cold front approaches. A few showers and possibly a thunderstorm pop up late Wednesday, especially west of I-Ninety-Five. Thursday brings the crash. That front slams through with widespread rain and gusty southwest winds up to 30 miles an hour. Behind it? A dramatic temperature drop. Highs only reach the low 60s, but temps fall through the afternoon. By Thursday evening, we're in the 40s with northwest winds gusting to 35 miles an hour. Western mountains could even see a few snow flurries as cold air rushes in. Friday rebounds with sunshine and highs near 60 degrees. The weekend looks pleasant — mid-60s Saturday, low 70s Sunday. Enjoy the warmth while it lasts. See you this afternoon.
Virginia weather update for midday
Virginia weather update for midday
Good afternoon. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel that mild air. 67 degrees after a balmy overnight low of 65. But don't get too comfortable. A cold front is sweeping through today. And it's bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms along for the ride. The timing splits the state. Central Virginia sees the bulk of activity between 11 A.M. and 5 P.M., peaking around 4 P.M. Hampton Roads gets the heaviest action from noon straight through midnight, with storms likely by mid-afternoon. Western Virginia catches rain mainly from late morning into early afternoon. Temperatures tell an interesting story today. Richmond climbs to 77 degrees before the front arrives. Norfolk hits 74, then drops into the upper 60s by late afternoon as storms roll through. The mountains top out at 72 around 3 P.M. Winds gust to 20 miles an hour out of the west, shifting northwest as the front passes. Tonight brings clearing skies and a sharp cooldown. Lows drop to the upper 40s statewide. That's a 33 degrees drop from where we started this morning. Monday flips the script completely. Sunshine returns with a vengeance. Central and Western Virginia soar to 76 degrees. Hampton Roads stays cooler at 62, with patchy fog early. Perfect weather for a lunchtime walk if you ask me. Tuesday and Wednesday deliver record-challenging warmth — we're talking low to mid 80s inland. Richmond could flirt with 81 on Tuesday, 84 on Wednesday. But don't get too comfortable. A stronger cold front barrels through late Wednesday into Thursday, bringing widespread rain and gusty winds. Thursday cools to 70. Cooler, drier air settles in Friday with highs in the low 60s, then we moderate back to the mid to upper 60s next weekend. Enjoy the mild start while it lasts. See you this evening.
Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll feel that thick, muggy warmth. We're sitting at 64 degrees. But. A cold front is crashing through today. And it's bringing friends. Down in Hampton Roads, you've got the best shot at storms. They fire up around noon and peak between 2 and 5 P.M. Some could pack gusty winds and small hail. Rain wraps up after midnight, with patchy fog settling in. You'll hit 74 degrees before temps drop to 49 overnight. Central Virginia sees scattered showers and storms, mainly before noon. Highs near 77 degrees — warm enough that a few spots could touch 80 if the sun cooperates. Tonight falls to 49. Western Virginia catches morning showers that wrap up by 4 P.M. You'll top out at 72 degrees, then cool to 48 overnight as skies clear from the northwest. Monday brings sunshine and beautiful conditions statewide — highs in the mid-70s. Perfect weather for getting outside if you ask me. Tuesday cranks up the heat. Low 80s across the board. Richmond could challenge the record high of 82 degrees set back in 2009. Wednesday stays warm with partly sunny skies and highs in the low to mid-80s. Then Thursday flips the script. A stronger cold front crashes through early morning, bringing widespread rain and gusty winds — especially in the mountains where gusts could hit 40 to 50 miles an hour. Western areas might even see a rain-snow mix. Temps fall fast behind the front. Friday rebounds with sunshine and highs near 60 degrees — right back to normal for mid-March. One more thing. Clocks spring forward tonight. You'll lose an hour of sleep, but we're gaining daylight — two and a half more minutes today. See you this afternoon.
Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside this morning and you might feel like you're standing on a cloud. Dense fog has swallowed much of the state, with visibility near zero along the Chesapeake Bay. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until **10 A.M.** for Hampton Roads and the southeast, so take it slow if you're driving near the water. But don't let that gray start fool you—the sun is fighting back. Once that mist burns off from southwest to northeast, temperatures are going to take off like a rocket. This afternoon is a complete turnaround. Central Virginia surges to **75 degrees**—that's **33 degrees above normal**—with partly sunny skies and a breezy south wind. It's perfect lunch break weather if you ask me. Down in Hampton Roads, you'll top out around **70 degrees**, though that ocean breeze keeps it feeling crisp. The real story is out west. Western Virginia hits **79 degrees** today. Yes, you heard that right—near-summer heat in the mountains. Just keep an eye to the sky after **3 P.M.**; a stray thunderstorm could rumble near the Blue Ridge. Tonight stays unusually mild with lows in the low 60s. A few showers might tap on your window after midnight, mainly north of Richmond. But the real show is Sunday. A cold front brings widespread rain and thunderstorms, especially in Hampton Roads between **8 A.M.** and **2 P.M.** A few storms could pack gusty winds, so keep the radar handy if you're out and about. Looking ahead. Monday and Tuesday bring a brief return to summer with highs soaring into the low **80s** inland—Richmond could flirt with the record books. But Wednesday crashes the party with another round of strong storms and a sharp cool-down. By Friday, highs tumble to the mid-50s. That's a 33 degrees-degree drop in a week. In We're gaining daylight fast now—sunrise at **6, 34 A.M.**, sunset at **6:10 P.M.**—so you've got extra time to enjoy this warmth. Just remember to grab the umbrella before Sunday. See you this afternoon.
Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside this morning and you’ll feel it—that damp, clinging gray blanket. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 10 A.M. For Hampton Roads and southeast Virginia, where visibility could drop to a quarter-mile or less. If you’re heading out early, slow down and flip on those headlights. This isn’t just mist, it’s soup. In But here’s twist, this fog is temporary. By late morning, the sun starts winning the battle. Western Virginia? You’re looking at 80 degrees today. That’s nearly 35 degrees above normal for early March. Central Virginia climbs to 77. And even Hampton Roads—still shaking off that coastal chill—hits 70. A stubborn marine layer keeps the coast cooler longer. The catch? A few pop-up showers or even a rumble of thunder could sneak into Western Virginia this afternoon, especially near the Blue Ridge. Keep an eye on the sky around 1 P.M. Tonight, the warmth sticks around. Lows only dip to 64 in Central Virginia, 62 out west. And 58 along the coast—35 degrees above average. Winds shift to the southwest, gusting up to 15 miles an hour, keeping things mild. Sunday brings scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially south of I-64. Hampton Roads could see the strongest storms with gusty winds and small hail. Highs drop to the mid-70s west and upper 60s east. The warmth peaks Monday through Wednesday. We’re talking highs in the low 80s—yes. March 80s. Richmond could hit 84 on Wednesday. But Thursday, reality hits. A stronger cold front drops temps 30 degrees in 24 hours. Highs struggle to hit 60. Winter jackets make a comeback. Embrace the weirdness today. Take that afternoon walk in your short sleeves, but keep the umbrella handy. See you tomorrow. See you this afternoon.
Good morning. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks. Virginia is having a bit of an identity crisis today. A backdoor cold front is carving the state in two. And your day depends entirely on which side you're on. Down in Western Virginia? You're living in early summer. Wake up to 57 degrees, climb to 82 by this afternoon. That's 42 degrees above normal — borderline ridiculous for early March. Mostly sunny skies, light southwest winds. Perfect weather for pretending winter never happened. Central Virginia, you're getting the full show. Richmond starts mild at 53 degrees and hits 75 around 3 P.M. Then the front crashes through like an uninvited guest. Temperatures drop fast — back to the upper 40s by evening. There's a brief rain chance around 5 P.M., but don't count on it. Hampton Roads? You're stuck on the cold side all day. Starting at 55 degrees, but watch temperatures actually fall to 59 by mid-morning as that front pushes through. By afternoon, you're in the mid-40s with patchy fog rolling in. North winds at 10 miles an hour keep things chilly near the coast. Tonight, dense fog develops — especially along the coast and bay. Visibility drops to a quarter mile in spots. Lows settle in the 40s at the coast, upper 40s around Richmond, near 60 out west. In Looking ahead, saturday warms back up statewide — 70s at the coast, 80s inland. Sunday brings showers and thunderstorms by afternoon. Next week stays warm, pushing record territory Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the low 80s before another front arrives late Wednesday. Layer smart today. You might need a jacket by dinner even if you didn't need one this morning. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.
Good afternoon. Virginia. I'm Aaron Jolly. Spring just showed up two weeks early. Step outside right now and you're greeted by 61 degrees. That's not a typo. In the next 24 hours. Central Virginia hits 79 by mid-afternoon. The mountains steal the show at 80 — your warmest spot today. Down in Hampton Roads, you're looking at 72 with a steady southwest breeze around 12 miles an hour. Wall-to-wall sunshine across the state. Rain? Forget it. Less than a 6 percent chance anywhere. Tonight stays mild under thickening clouds. Lows drop to the mid-50s statewide — 57 inland, 55 along the coast. No rain expected, just that soft cloud cover rolling in after sunset. Friday keeps the warmth going, but here's where it gets interesting. Central Virginia and the mountains both reach the upper 70s to low 80s again. Hampton Roads? You start in the mid-60s, then watch the thermometer tumble to 51 by afternoon as a backdoor front sneaks in from the northeast. Mountains and central areas see a slight chance of showers after 1 P.M., but nothing major. Saturday stays warm — upper 60s to near 80 — but shower chances tick up by afternoon. Sunday brings the best rain odds at 50 to 60 percent, with possible thunderstorms, especially south. Monday tapers off, then we dry out Tuesday and Wednesday with highs climbing back into the low 80s. Another round of showers rolls in Wednesday night. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox is just two weeks out. Tonight's full moon rises under mostly cloudy skies. Enjoy this preview of spring while it lasts. 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. Forty-nine degrees right now. Eighty degrees by this afternoon. That's not a typo. In the next 24 hours. Before we get to the heat, quick heads up for anyone driving north of Richmond this morning. Dense fog has visibility down to a quarter mile in spots. Low beams only. It clears by 9 A.M. Once that fog burns off, the warmup kicks in fast. Western Virginia leads the charge, topping out at 80 degrees under mostly sunny skies. Central Virginia sits right behind at 79. Down in Hampton Roads, the coast keeps things a touch cooler — 72 with a southwest breeze at 6 to 12 miles an hour. Here's the kicker. Normal highs for early March? Upper 50s. We're running 43 degrees above that. The spring equinox is still two weeks out, but today feels like mid-May showed up early. Tonight stays mild. Lows only drop to the mid-50s under partly cloudy skies. Step outside after dark and you'll catch the full moon lighting everything up. Friday keeps the warmth rolling. Western Virginia could hit 82. A slight chance of showers pops up in the afternoon, but most of us stay dry. For the weekend. Rain chances increase Saturday night into Sunday, with a few thunderstorms possible Sunday afternoon. Temperatures stay well above normal through early next week. Today's the day to crack a window or take that long lunch outside. We'll pay for it with some rain this weekend, but for now? For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.