Hail, Damaging Winds Possible As Severe Storm Watch Issued In VA

Damaging winds, heavy rain and frequent lightning are expected Friday, with another round of storms possible Saturday, forecasters said.

Perseids, Solar Eclipse, Blood Moon Highlight August Skywatching In VA

Northern Virginians turning their eyes skyward this month might see a meteor shower, a lunar eclipse and a tiny nibble taken out of the sun.

Severe Storms Target VA After Sizzling 100-Degree Heat: See Forecast

A heat index near 100 degrees will give way to severe storms in NoVA, with damaging wind gusts the main threat through Thursday night.

Super El Niño Could Combine With Rare Atlantic Niña: See VA Impacts

The developing system could help suppress Atlantic hurricanes and offer early clues about winter weather in Virginia.

It Will Feel Like 105 This Week In VA: See Timeline For Extreme Heat

Extreme heat returns to Virginia this week, though highs are not quite as intense as those brought by the heat dome earlier this month.

Virginia Braces For Dangerous Heat Wave Ahead Of Fourth Of July Weekend

Spanberger urges residents to stay hydrated and check on neighbors as heat index values could reach 115 degrees.

El Niño 'Imminent,' Could Reshape Weather Patterns. What It Means For VA

AccuWeather meteorologists said the developing El Niño is unusual because it is expected to begin early and strengthen quickly.

How El Niño Could Affect The Summer Forecast For VA

NOAA forecasters have released their outlook for the months ahead. Here's what you need to know.

Atlantic Hurricane Season Begins: See What Forecasters Predict For VA

The Atlantic hurricane season started on June 1. Here's what Virginians can expect this year.

El Niño Summer Forecast: How Hot And Stormy Will It Be In VA?

Driven by warming ocean waters in the Pacific, the El Niño is likely to strengthen through the summer.

Town-By-Town NoVA Snow Totals Released: How Much Did You Get?

Below are the unofficial Northern Virginia snowfall totals as provided by the National Weather Service for the Jan. 24-25 snowstorm.

CVS Health supports VA communities as major winter storm approaches

Pharmacy patients encouraged to pick up prescriptions before conditions deteriorate

Northern Lights Could Be Visible Tonight In VA

A powerful solar eruption on Sunday could lead to a "severe" geomagnetic storm, making the aurora visible as far south as Alabama.

Drastic Temperature Shift For NoVA As Winter Warms: Forecasters

After cold and blustery conditions at times during the holidays, a significant warm-up is in the forecast for the DC-Baltimore region.

Winter Commuting Hazard Issued For VA With Snow In Forecast

The National Weather Service has issued a winter commuting hazard for the DC-Baltimore region since snow is possible Wednesday morning.

Round Of Snow Possible In VA Ahead Of Christmas: Forecast

A wintry mix of snow and rain could impact some of the busiest travel days of the year for Virginia drivers. Here's the latest forecast.

See Snowfall Totals By Town In Northern VA

Below are the unofficial Northern Virginia snowfall totals as provided by the National Weather Service for the Dec. 13-14, 2025 storm.

3rd Of 4 Supermoons Rises Ahead Of Storied Geminids: What To Know In VA

​The full cold moon is the last chance in 2025 to see a supermoon in Virginia.

Snow, Arctic Air Forecast For VA: See Timing

A storm system aiming for the East Coast will bring a dose of Arctic air and a touch of snow to D.C., NoVA early next week, forecasts say.

Halloween Week Storm To Drench VA: Latest Forecast

A mid-week storm could drench Virginia with close to 2 inches of rain and gusty winds. Here's what the Halloween forecast holds.

La Niña Has Arrived In VA: What Forecasters Say It Means

The major climate pattern La Niña is expected to last through February. Here's what it could mean for Virginia this winter.

As Nor’Easter Moves Out, VA Weather To Shift: See Timeline Of Rain, Wind

As a nor'easter moves past Virginia it will drop more rain on the state; flooding is reported in Hampton Roads. See the latest forecast.

Harvest Moon Starts A Trio Of Supermoons: What To Know In VA

It's a potentially stunning season for the skies in Virginia, led by a full harvest moon in the first of three supermoons to end 2025.

Rain, Storms Lash VA As Tropical Storm Humberto Forms: See Possible Impacts

As Virginians weather a soggy week, forecasters are closely monitoring two tropical systems that could impact the U.S. East Coast.

Twin Storm Systems To Threaten U.S. East Coast: See Possible VA Impacts

Some models suggest that the two systems could interact with each other, resulting in a rare phenomenon called the Fujiwhara Effect.

2025 Autumnal Equinox Is Monday; When It Will Feel Like Fall In VA

Cooler nights and changing leaves are coming soon to Virginia.

Hurricane Erin To Strengthen, Pose 'Life-Threatening' Risks To VA

While Hurricane Erin will remain well offshore, it will affect Virginia beaches this week, forecasters say.

Hurricane Season Ramps Up In The Atlantic: What To Know In VA

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 through Nov. 30, but Virginia's greatest threat of tropical activity is between August and October.

Parade Of 6 Planets, Meteor Shower Combine For Predawn Spectacle Over VA

Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will align in a giant arc just before sunrise over Virginia. Here's when you can see it.

This Week’s Full Strawberry Moon Is A Micromoon: What To Know In VA

Because it will be at its farthest point from Earth in its orbit, this week's full strawberry moon is a micromoon. Will Virginia see it?

Severe Thunderstorms Forecast For Saturday In NoVA, DC

Large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall are possible as thunderstorms pop up in Virginia, the National Weather Service said.

See 30 Shooting Stars An Hour As Eta Aquariids Peak Over VA Skies

Go outside Sunday through Tuesday morning for the peak of the fast-moving Eta Aquariids meteor shower, loved for their long, glowing trains.

Incoming Storms To Bring Change To VA Weather

Several days of clear weather and summer-like temperatures are ahead after the weekend starts with the potential for thunderstorms and rain.

Total Lunar Eclipse Coming Soon Over VA Skies: When To Look Up

For the first time since 2022, a lunar eclipse will be visible across Virginia's nighttime sky.

VA Power Outages: 180K Without Electricity After Winter Storm

Parts of Virginia are experiencing widespread power outages from the winter storm, according to outage maps.

Small Earthquake Rattles Central Virginia: Did You Feel It?

A shake map for the quake showed it was felt around Richmond and as far away as Culpeper and Front Royal.

Drought Warning Expands To 60 Virginia Counties

Virginia officials said continued heat and lack of precipitation have resulted in "rapid intensification of drought" throughout the state.

NOAA Releases Summer Weather Outlook For VA, U.S.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its summer seasonal forecast for Virginia on Thursday.

Northern Lights Still Possible Over VA Amid Rare Solar Storm

A severe geomagnetic storm is expected to trigger dazzling auroras through at least Sunday and into next week.

Summer 2024 Could Be Hottest On Record: See VA Forecast

A new forecast by The Weather Channel predicts that an increasingly likely La Niña could contribute to record-high temperatures this summer.