- Brief mid-week warm up
- First Alert Weather Days Sat/Sun for likely significant snow
- Major cold this weekend
Wednesday
For your Wednesday, we’ll see a lot more sunshine with much more seasonable highs in the mid to upper 40s. This warmer temperature trend will continue through the end of the week. It will be a nice break after the chill we saw to start the week.
Highs today will build into the mid to upper 40s.(WDBJ)
Late-Week
As mentioned, Thursday and Friday will remain mostly comfortable with highs at or above average. However, clouds will build during the day Friday ahead of this weekend’s winter storm.
Highs over the next couple of days will remain at or above average.(WDBJ)
Weekend Winter Storm
We’re turning our eyes to the weekend as we’re seeing a setup for the growing likelihood of arctic air and significant winter weather. We’re issuing a First Alert Weather Day for your Saturday and Sunday due to that growing potential. Though we are still several days out, the likelihood of very significant impacts is increasing.
Tracking a potential winter storm this weekend.(WDBJ)
There is a moderate chance that much of the area receives 6″ or more of snow Saturday into Sunday. There is also the possibility that the snow could mix with freezing rain toward the NC border over the Southside. That amount could be more or less and we will fine tune details in the coming days.
There is a medium chance of 6″ of snow or more this weekend over our hometowns.(WDBJ)
However, this isn’t a slam-dunk snow event just yet. Recent trends have shown more warm air being fed into the upper atmosphere, which would introduce sleet and/or freezing rain into the equation. Should this happen, snow totals would take a major hit.
The type of precipitation we see will depend on how much warm air is fed into the upper atmosphere.(WDBJ)
Winter Storm Preparedness
As we look ahead to the potential for significant snow/ice this weekend, it is important to be prepared, especially now while the weather is quiet!
Be weather ready! Make sure you are wearing layers when outside.(WDBJ7)
Having a winter kit ready, whether its for your home or your car, is very important. These kits may include extra food and water, portable chargers, flashlights, blankets, and any necessary medications.
Having a winter kit is essential to have incase you lose power or get trapped in your car/home.(WDBJ7)
We are expecting pleasant weather Wednesday-Friday before the cold & snow enters our region. You may want to use this time to prepare a winter kit or any other necessities.
It is also important to make sure your furry friends are safe this weekend. Remember to bring your pets indoors when possible, bundle up when outside, and keep walks short!
Make sure to keep your pets warm and dry!(WDBJ7)
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