Local weather forecast

Weather in Mechanicsville, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 11:00 local time · ZIP codes 23111, 23116

Partly Cloudy
Now69°F

Partly Cloudy

High / Low75° / 58°
Rain chance17%
Wind13 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:36AM EDT until September 27 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...New Kent, Gloucester, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen and York Counties. * WHEN...Until 3 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 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...New Kent, Gloucester, Eastern King William, Eastern King and Queen and York Counties. * WHEN...Until noon 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.

Hourly

Next hours

NowPartly Cloudy69°3% rain
12 PMSunny72°1% rain
1 PMSunny73°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 PMOvercast63°15% 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 like61°F
Humidity43%
Pressure29.91 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind13 mph N
Wind gusts26 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index4
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise07:00 AM
Sunset07:00 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 gusts11 AM · 26 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 17%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 61°F with winds near 13 mph.

Best window: 6 PM

69°F, 2% rain chance and 10 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 26 mph.

Good conditions for an easy run

Current temperature is 69°F, wind 13 mph, rain chance up to 17%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Mechanicsville

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.

Mechanicsville is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 37.61°N latitude and 77.37°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.

Mechanicsville weather today

Partly Cloudy and 69°F in Mechanicsville, VA. Today's high is 75°F with a 17% rain chance. Winds are around 13 mph with gusts near 26 mph. Relative humidity is 43%, pressure is 29.91 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Mechanicsville

Sunrise is at 07:00 AM and sunset is at 07:00 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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