Local weather forecast

Weather in Wakefield, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 09:45 local time · ZIP codes 23888

Overcast
Now60°F

Overcast

High / Low69° / 57°
Rain chance36%
Wind12 mph
Weather alerts

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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.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast60°14% rain
11 AMCloudy65°10% rain
12 PMPartly Cloudy67°5% rain
1 PMPartly Cloudy69°6% rain
2 PMOvercast69°12% rain
3 PMOvercast63°16% rain
4 PMOvercast64°15% rain
5 PMOvercast63°17% rain
6 PMSunny62°7% rain
7 PMClear60°8% rain
8 PMClear58°11% rain
9 PMOvercast58°24% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
69° 57°Overcast
Rain 36%Gust 15 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Sunny
78° 57°Sunny
Rain 36%Gust 11 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Overcast
74° 57°Overcast
Rain 12%Gust 4 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like52°F
Humidity58%
Pressure29.90 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind12 mph NNW
Wind gusts29 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:59 AM
Sunset06:59 PM
Moonrise06:50 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour1 PM · 69°F
Coolest hour6 AM · 57°F
Highest rain chance1 AM · 57%
Strongest gusts9 PM · 32 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 24%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 52°F with winds near 12 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

67°F, 5% rain chance and 14 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 32 mph.

Good conditions for an easy run

Current temperature is 60°F, wind 12 mph, rain chance up to 24%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Wakefield

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.

Wakefield is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 36.97°N latitude and 76.99°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.

Wakefield weather today

Overcast and 60°F in Wakefield, VA. Today's high is 69°F with a 36% rain chance. Winds are around 12 mph with gusts near 29 mph. Relative humidity is 58%, pressure is 29.90 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Wakefield

Sunrise is at 06:59 AM and sunset is at 06:59 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 78°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 36%.

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