Weather in Nelson, VA
Updated 2026-09-26 11:45 local time · ZIP codes 24580
Sunny
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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65°3% rain62°3% rain60°4% rain
58°11% rain3-day weather forecast
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 11%).
It feels like 62°F with winds near 11 mph.
69°F, 2% rain chance and 6 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 23 mph.
Current temperature is 70°F, wind 11 mph, rain chance up to 11%.
UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Nelson
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.
Nelson is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 36.56°N latitude and 78.70°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.
Nelson weather today
Sunny and 70°F in Nelson, VA. Today's high is 79°F with a 2% rain chance. Winds are around 11 mph with gusts near 23 mph. Relative humidity is 36%, pressure is 29.95 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Nelson
Sunrise is at 07:06 AM and sunset is at 07:06 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 78°F and a low near 54°F. The maximum rain chance is 4%.