ROANOKE, Va. – Winds from the northwest control several aspects of our midweek weather. Early on Wednesday, that wind meant showers and even some snow flurries. Accumulations are light for most, and snow is unlikely through the middle of next week.
The northwestern air brought in cold that prevents us from warming much. The day started with most temperatures in the 30s and highs can only reach the 40s.
The wind itself will be a bother in the afternoon. The direction is consistently from the northwest, with a breeze lasting until after sunset.
At their highest, gusts reach 30 mph for most. Winds stay this intense from late morning until 3 p.m.
As the afternoon goes on, wind speeds drop, bringing us back into a more normal range through the evening. Remember though that when paired with the cold air, this wind makes us feel even colder.
Weather stays rather calm through both Thursday and Friday. Saturday is sunny with highs in the 60s. Sunday brings our next system, which keeps skies gray and rainy all through the first day of next week.