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AccuWeather expert to Virginians: ‘Don’t put away the snow shovels’

Crystal Graham
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It appears that adverse weather conditions are possible this weekend in Virginia, and there is also potential for snow next week, according to an AccuWeather senior meteorologist.

“The storms keep on coming,” said Thomas Kines, also the director of forecast scheduling. “Another storm will affect the area this weekend with mostly rain, but there could be freezing rain at the start.”

Precipitation will return on Saturday morning. If the rain arrives early enough in the day, it will likely be cold enough for freezing rain, Kines said.

“Be prepared for icy spots Saturday morning in the Shenandoah Valley and across the northern part of the  state,” he said. “Eastern and southern areas shouldn’t have any icy problems.”

There may be a couple of rain showers Saturday night and Sunday morning. However, temperatures will be above freezing so Kines doesn’t expect any ice.

On Sunday, temperatures will be in the 50s for most of the state with a chance of temps in the 60s in the southern part of the state.

But the warmer weather will be short-lived, Kines said.

“Don’t put away the snow shovels. There are potential storms next week and with colder air close by, we might have to deal with snow.”

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Weekend ice predictions, graphic courtesy of AccuWeather

 
 




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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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