After some much-needed rainfall on Thursday, we begin to clear up and warm up on Friday.

After weeks without widespread rainfall, we’ll finally see some very beneficial rain throughout the day on Thursday.

Weather Authority's Jeff Haniewich provides the latest weather updates as the region prepares for a wet and cool Thursday, followed by a sunny weekend.

Thursday will be the coldest day we've seen since February

Get your latest weather updates with Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich's forecast for this week, featuring a chilly start, sunshine, and rain.

A fall-like day with gusty winds

Skies clear all day long

Stay updated on the latest weather conditions for Southwest and Central Virginia, including the impact of tropical storm Rafael Nala and local weather forecasts.

Long term forecasts showing some temperature trends shifting

Jeff Haniewich provides a detailed weather forecast for Virginia from Thursday to Sunday, highlighting key events and temperature changes.

Temperatures will run 15-20 degrees above average

Stay updated with the latest weather forecast for Southwest and Central Virginia, featuring potential showers, warm temperatures, and Santa Ana wind effects.

Where is all the rain?

Mild now, but temperatures warm up this week

Stay updated on Southwest and Central Virginia's weather with our latest forecast for a mild November and upcoming rain chances.

Seasonable temperatures expected before we heat up by mid week

Get the latest weather forecast and updates for the upcoming weekend. Stay informed about potential showers and the end of Daylight Saving Time with Weather Authority.

Temperatures become more seasonable as we head into the weekend.

Weather forecast for Halloween with a cold front moving in late Thursday night affecting the weekend weather.

Wicked warmth arrives this Halloween

Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich reports warm and dry conditions for Halloween with increasing cloud cover. A weekend cooldown is expected as a cold front passes through.

Getting close to 80 degrees...

Get the latest weather forecast for Tuesday evening and the upcoming days, including Halloween trick-or-treat conditions.

Temperatures approach the 80s for some the next couple of days

Halloween could feature temperatures near 80 degrees...

Stay informed with the latest weather updates including frost advisories and freeze warnings for the Roanoke and Lynchburg areas.

Cloud cover fades through the day as temperatures gently warm up

Stay updated with the latest weather forecast for Saturday and upcoming week with chief meteorologist Jeff Haniewich on WSLS.

Get the latest weather updates including the forecast for the weekend with details on temperatures, sunshine, and potential showers.

Mild temperatures for most as we head into the weekend

Weather Authority brings the latest updates on the sunshine-filled Thursday, upcoming cold front, and weekend weather for our area.

Another late Summer-like afternoon, but cooler temps are on the way!

Catch the latest weather update with chief meteorologist Jeff Haniewich—learn about the incoming cold front and weekend outlook.

Another late Summer-like afternoon, but cooler temps are on the way!

Weather forecast for October 22, 2024, predicts sunny and warm conditions with a potential temperature drop by next week.

Warmer-than-average temperatures stick around for the next couple of days.

Feeling like late Summer the next couple days

Southwest and Central Virginia will experience quiet weather with sunny conditions and above-average temperatures through the weekend into next week.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its U.S. Winter Outlook for the 2024-2025 season on Thursday.

The 70s return this weekend

Weather Authority reports ongoing freeze warnings and frost advisories. Plan accordingly for chilly temperatures and sunny weekend outlook.

High pressure brings warmer temps day by day

Southwest Virginia anticipates a clear and cool night as fall foliage reaches peak vibrancy and temperatures warm by the weekend.

Check out when peak colors will be here

The cold snap continues

Temperatures plummet this week

Temperatures plummet this week

Warming Up For The Weekend!

A big cool down is on the way!

Clear and Sunny Skies Continue Today!

When a hurricane threatens the United States, a lot of attention is focused on the path and the wind speed. Storm surge can be just as important to monitor, because it can quickly cause extreme destruction and death.

Fair Weather Here While Milton Looms Toward Florida.

Those who love fall temperatures will certainly enjoy the week ahead

One more day of cloudy skies before fair weather arrives

Another day with partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures

Turning mostly dry with hit and miss showers this afternoon

We will see isolated showers yet again today.

Showers and storms build in this afternoon with the chance for flash flooding to unfold.

When a hurricane threatens the United States, a lot of attention is focused on the path and the wind speed. Storm surge can be just as important to monitor, because it can quickly cause extreme destruction and death.

We have issued a Weather Authority Alert Day to prepare for impacts from Helene.

On and off showers and storms persist Wednesday as we prepare for the arrival of Helene

Numerous days of rain leads up to the arrival of what will soon become Helene.

While we're cooler this week, we'll also have rounds of rain.

Isolated showers and storms continue, but changes are on the way!

Mild, muggy, and mostly cloudy with isolated rain today, but some big time changes are on the horizon.

Light to moderate tropical showers continue through the morning before the chance for heavier rain arrives Tuesday afternoon.

The tropics are still active, and we are right in the path of the next system.

Most of us see calm weather as we head into the weekend, but there are some changes ahead...

As Francine treks north, we start to see local impacts.

A noticeable increase in humidity will happen over the coming days thanks to a shift in the pattern

Francine could have an impact on our weather as we head into the weekend.

Cool mornings and seasonable afternoons this week.

Temperatures look to return to the 80s today before a weekend cool down.

Fall-like air continues across the region as astronomical fall begins in 17 days.

Pumpkin spice and sweater weather is here!

Summer is back! This means hot and humid air returns for the next several days with an increasing chances for showers and storms.

Cooler-than-average temperatures will provide another taste of fall this week.

Hot and humid conditions will make it feel more than 100° outside on Wednesday & Thursday afternoon.

Summer is back! This means hot and humid air returns for the next several days with an increasing chances for showers and storms.

Brutal heat arrives in the area this week

Amazing weekend conditions before we significantly heat up

One last day of below average temperatures before we heat up next week.

Why have we been so cool the past couple of mornings? Well, there are a couple of reasons, but one is radiational cooling!

We break down why we're seeing this standout pattern in the peak of summer.

The pattern has shifted! Here is how long Fall-like conditions stick around.

Here is a look at what we are tracking this week. The pattern shifts big time as we enter the middle of the week!

Much cooler temperatures are on the way this week.

Showers and storms return this afternoon as a front approaches.

While Thursday features warmer temperatures and higher humidity, there are some big changes coming as we head toward the weekend.

Mostly clear skies last through the morning, but partly cloudy skies try their best to make a return later in the afternoon.

We are tracking light to moderate rain Tuesday morning as a front builds across the region. This is also bringing a slight bump in humidity and cloud cover.

Debby continues to slowly track up the east coast.

Plenty of sun today, with rain returning later this week.

Amazing weather on tap for this weekend, but showers return later next week.

The Weather Authority Alert Day issued through Aug. 9 has expired.

Debby continues to slowly track up the east coast.

Tracking impacts from Debby later this week

Tracking impacts from Debby later this week

Debby is certainly churning in the Gulf of Mexico, but how could it impact us?

Cooler and drier weather arrive for Sunday