The Unpredictable Mother Nature & Old Man Winter Bring Weather Woes To The Region

A) Parts of Virginia could see more than a foot of snow– while others could get an inch or less from the approaching late-winter storm. The National Weather Service says rain will turn to snow tonight, but forecasters say it’s difficult to predict accumulation totals along the crossover between rain and snow. Most weather experts agree conditions are expected to worsen in the pre-dawn hours with heavy, wet snow expected into Wednesday morning through the afternoon when gusty winds of 40-50mph put more strain on branches and power-lines. Emergency responders are concerned about toppled trees, power outages and traffic issues for motorists. The Associated Press reports, some power companies have talked with other utilities in the South about sending crews to help restore electricity. Officials advise that travel will be impacted. For inclement weather driving tips visit: www.midatlantic.aaa.com – and for road conditions VDOT suggests www.511virginia.org
B) Forecasters say there will be a dramatic difference in snow totals from north to south across Central Virginia. Areas hugging the North Carolina state line will likely see only an inch or so, while areas northward into Nelson and Rockbridge Counties will have amounts between 9-12″. For those of us in between should expect 3-6 inches in the Greater Lynchburg region. Weather experts warn of a wet, heavy snow with strong wind gusts by midday tomorrow.
C) It’ll be a matter of hours for winter to seem more like spring. For most of Central Virginia rain will change over to snow by 2 a.m. Wednesday. According to WSLS Meteorologist Patrick McKee, snow will begin to taper off by midday tomorrow for areas along and south of Highway 460 with all areas snow free by 6 p.m. Sunshine and above freezing temperatures will return Thursday- a prelude to a warming trend that should stick around for several days into March.