Local weather forecast

Weather in Chester, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 12:45 local time · ZIP codes 23831, 23836

Sunny
Now72°F

Sunny

High / Low75° / 58°
Rain chance17%
Wind14 mph
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Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:36AM EDT until September 27 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersburg), Charles City, Surry, James City, Newport News and Isle of Wight Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 6:09AM EDT until September 27 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Prince George (including Hopewell and Petersburg), Charles City, Surry, James City, Newport News and Isle of Wight Counties. * WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

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Next hours

NowSunny72°1% rain
2 PMOvercast74°8% rain
3 PMPartly Cloudy75°5% rain
4 PMCloudy74°7% rain
5 PMSunny74°1% rain
6 PMSunny69°2% rain
7 PMOvercast64°15% rain
8 PMOvercast62°16% rain
9 PMPatchy rain nearby62°17% rain
10 PMOvercast62°15% rain
11 PMPatchy rain nearby63°24% rain
12 AMLight drizzle62°38% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Sunny
75° 58°Sunny
Rain 17%Gust 14 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Overcast
79° 61°Overcast
Rain 17%Gust 11 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Overcast
75° 61°Overcast
Rain 11%Gust 5 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like63°F
Humidity41%
Pressure29.91 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind14 mph N
Wind gusts23 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index5
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise07:01 AM
Sunset07:01 PM
Moonrise06:51 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour3 PM · 75°F
Coolest hour7 AM · 61°F
Highest rain chance12 AM · 38%
Strongest gusts12 AM · 25 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella may help

There is a moderate rain chance, peaking near 38%.

Light layers should work

It feels like 63°F with winds near 14 mph.

Best window: 6 PM

69°F, 2% rain chance and 10 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 25 mph.

Run with a few weather adjustments

Current temperature is 72°F, wind 14 mph, rain chance up to 38%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Chester

Virginia ranges from Atlantic coastal plain to Appalachian highlands. Summers are generally warm and humid, while mountain areas are cooler and winter conditions vary substantially statewide.

Chester is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 37.36°N latitude and 77.44°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Chester weather today

Sunny and 72°F in Chester, VA. Today's high is 75°F with a 17% rain chance. Winds are around 14 mph with gusts near 23 mph. Relative humidity is 41%, pressure is 29.91 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Chester

Sunrise is at 07:01 AM and sunset is at 07:01 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 79°F and a low near 61°F. The maximum rain chance is 17%.

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