Local weather forecast

Weather in Yale, VA

Updated 2026-09-26 11:15 local time · ZIP codes 23897

Overcast
Now70°F

Overcast

High / Low74° / 54°
Rain chance9%
Wind15 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

NowOvercast70°10% rain
12 PMOvercast69°11% rain
1 PMSunny68°3% rain
2 PMOvercast74°10% rain
3 PMOvercast70°12% rain
4 PMPartly Cloudy65°8% rain
5 PMSunny68°4% rain
6 PMSunny67°4% rain
7 PMClear61°8% rain
8 PMClear57°11% rain
9 PMCloudy56°24% rain
10 PMOvercast59°23% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Sunny
74° 54°Sunny
Rain 9%Gust 15 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Sunny
79° 57°Sunny
Rain 36%Gust 10 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Overcast
74° 55°Overcast
Rain 11%Gust 5 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like61°F
Humidity46%
Pressure29.90 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind15 mph N
Wind gusts25 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index3
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 hour2 PM · 74°F
Coolest hour9 PM · 56°F
Highest rain chance2 AM · 41%
Strongest gusts12 PM · 27 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 61°F with winds near 15 mph.

Best window: 1 PM

68°F, 3% rain chance and 12 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 27 mph.

Good conditions for an easy run

Current temperature is 70°F, wind 15 mph, rain chance up to 24%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 3. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Yale

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.

Yale is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 36.85°N latitude and 77.29°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.

Yale weather today

Overcast and 70°F in Yale, VA. Today's high is 74°F with a 9% rain chance. Winds are around 15 mph with gusts near 25 mph. Relative humidity is 46%, pressure is 29.90 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Yale

Sunrise is at 07:00 AM and sunset is at 07:00 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 79°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 36%.

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