SUMMER

Weekend plans are good to go, courtesy of high pressure overhead

The latest drought monitor shows Rockbridge County is in a 'Severe' drought

Any rain totals Saturday will be higher close to and east of I-95

We enjoy a stretch of cool, comfortable mornings and seasonably warm afternoons through Thursday

Much of the week is pretty and dry. Rain chances rise heading into the weekend

Morning temperatures will give us a preview of early fall Friday and Saturday

Dropping humidity makes for much more pleasant weather Wednesday evening through Saturday

A cold front brings scattered storms and a cool-down while pushing Lee away from us

The rest of Monday is uneventful before scattered storms return mid-week

Severe weather is more limited than it was on Saturday

Storms are less severe, but flooding is more likely

Storms take a break until Monday

Storms take a break until Monday

Needed rain comes in the form of storms Thursday through Sunday

Our heat wave breaks down later in the week, making way for daily scattered storms

Highs mostly hit the 90s Labor Day through Thursday before storm chances rise

Another swing in temperatures gets us started for the month of September

Humidity levels drop Thursday, setting us up with a beautiful end of the week

Our weather will feel more like early autumn once Idalia moves offshore later this week

Afternoon showers and storms this weekend. Hot temperatures for Saturday, but becoming more seasonal on Sunday.

Afternoon showers and storms this weekend. Hot temperatures for Saturday, but becoming more seasonal on Sunday.

Storms take a break until Monday

Say it isn’t so!

Storms take a break until Monday

Dry air has moved in and will cool our temperatures down a couple of degrees. Though, our high temperatures for today are right about the average for this time of year.

The heat index reaches above 100° in parts of the area Friday afternoon

It won't be overly humid to start the week, but it will be toasty

The outdoors will be perfect today. Temperatures will be moderate, skies will be clear, and the air will be crisp.

The outdoors will be perfect today. Temperatures will be moderate, skies will be clear, and the air will be crisp.

Temperatures climb from the 40s and 50s to the 80s and 90s in less than 48 hours

Not only is extreme heat dangerous to your body, but it can also impact your home.

We'll go from the 50s Saturday morning to the 90s Sunday through next Wednesday

It feels more comfortable Wednesday with another drop in humidity Friday into Saturday

A few showers here and there for Tuesday. Dry air moves in overnight, and clear skies expected for the rest of the week.

It will feel like triple digits in some places this afternoon. A few of us will see an afternoon shower or storm today.

Today will certainly be a bit hotter than the past couple of days. Try to stay cool out there!

I don’t know about you, but the start of back-to-school season always reminds me that the summertime is dwindling.

Storms take a break until Monday

The threat for severe weather Thursday appears to be more limited due to the arrival time of rain

Sunday afternoon brings the chance of seeing severe weather as storms will start to develop. Monday brings a higher chance at seeing severe storms.

Sunday afternoon brings the chance of seeing severe weather as storms will start to develop. Monday brings a higher chance at seeing severe storms.

Saturday will be a nice day! Get out there and enjoy it if you can!

Now this is the type of Kenergy I like to see!

Typical summer warmth and humidity returns for the upcoming weekend

Highs only reach the 60s and 70s Thursday as periods of rain move through

The combination of warm air, sunshine and lower humidity makes for a pleasant Hump Day

Smoke thousands of feet above us shouldn't play a major role on air quality Tuesday

Consumer Reports said preventing sunburns should be priority one, by wearing sunscreen and covering up.

August to start out feeling beautiful before storm chances return later in the week

Rain will be extremely limited on Sunday and any stray showers will be short lived. This week will be cool, not hot!

Temperatures reach the mid-to-upper 90s outside of the mountains

Temperatures peak well into the 90s Thursday through Saturday afternoons

Summer means plenty of time out in the yard trying to beat back, cut down and keep up with our growing grasses, plants, and yes, weeds! Here’s how you can maintain a lovely landscape this season and beyond.

Humidity levels drop, leading to sunshine and pleasant weather this weekend

Air quality won't be as poor as it was Monday afternoon

Smoky skies overhead. They will last through the middle of the week and our air quality will start to improve little by little through the end of Tuesday.

Smoky skies return tonight. They will last through the middle of the week once rain chances return. Our air quality will gradually decline overnight tonight, and then will improve little by little by Wednesday.

A marginal risk is in effect for all of our zones today, a level 1/5 risk for severe weather. Stay weather aware out there, and keep safe.

The annual Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days are back

Summer’s off and running, and that means your grill should be, too!

The break in humidity won't last much longer, resulting in the daily chance of showers and storms

Highs still reach the 80s and 90s, despite the fact that the humidity isn't obnoxiously high.

We get a break from the humidity through Wednesday before it rises later in the week

A marginal risk is in effect for all of our zones today, a level 1/5 risk for severe weather. Stay weather aware out there, and keep safe.

Today will be fairly nice for most of us. Partly cloudy skies will build in through the day, and the chance to see a stray shower exists. Stay safe out there and enjoy the holiday if you can.

The overall amount of storms we see Sunday will be more than what we see Friday and Saturday

Storms through Friday and Saturday will be isolated before turning more numerous Sunday

Today will be fairly nice for most of us. Partly cloudy skies will build in through the day, and the chance to see a stray shower exists. Stay safe out there and enjoy the holiday if you can.

Insect repellent is a great way to battle against buzzing mosquitoes, itchy bites, and creepy ticks. Here are some tips to help you decide which one is the best for you.

Air quality gradually improves as scattered storm clusters move in from the west.

Air quality gradually improves as scattered storm clusters move in from the west.

Air quality gradually improves as scattered storm clusters move in from the west.

Air quality gradually improves as scattered storm clusters move in from the west

Airline travel is back to pre-pandemic levels and with predictions of summer travel breaking all-time records, you may need to choose your airline wisely.

Smoke will lead to poor air quality at times again Thursday before leaving late Friday

This weekend warms up and thundershowers will come in to play Saturday afternoon. Sunday looks hot! Temperatures will rise and dewpoints will cool off. Severe weather will play a role in our next rain chances as our next weather system will move through overnight Sunday and into Monday.

Storms take a break until Monday

Rain lets up by the weekend

From grabbing a bite to eat at your favorite local restaurant or dessert shop to hitting the water, there are plenty of things to do and places to visit across Southwest Virginia.

RCPS+ is a free, summer program for Roanoke city students.

Scientists with the DEQ are still probing the waters for signs of algae that caused swimming advisories when warm weather arrived earlier this year.

Once showers come back they stick around much of next week

Even Friday’s showers and storms are isolated

Showers will be isolated at best through Father's Day weekend

Mornings will be in the 50s, and afternoons will reach the 70s and 80s through mid-week

We'll heat up with scattered storms during Father's Day weekend

A few scattered showers and storms will develop after 2 p.m. Sunday

Much of the weekend's weather will cooperate with our plans

With school letting out for the summer, some families are looking for ways to stretch their grocery budget.

An Air Quality Alert is in effect for parts of the Roanoke Valley Thursday.

Whether the sun’s shining or just peeking through the clouds, as temperatures rise, so does the risk of car-related deaths in children.

One weak front makes a difference in our weather starting Wednesday

A northeast wind keeps things cloudy and much cooler Sunday compared to Saturday

Storms are hard to find after Saturday

Temperatures drop close to 15 degrees this weekend

High temperatures reach well into the 80s both Friday and Saturday afternoons

The warmer weather is delayed after the holiday weekend

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is launching an event to make afternoons at the park this summer a little tastier. Officials say Food Truck Thursdays will kick off at Green Hill Park on June 1.

Stronger storms late Tuesday afternoon and evening may contain damaging wind gusts and hail

Black Dog Salvage is teaming up with 5 Points Music Sanctuary for a summer concert series.