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Richmond, Virginia – A shift toward colder weather during the Jan 20–24 period is increasing concern for snow across Virginia, particularly in inland and higher-elevation areas where cold air is more likely to hold. While temperatures are not expected to be extreme, the developing pattern favors below-normal readings that could allow precipitation to fall as snow at times.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Virginia carries a 50–60% probability of below-normal temperatures during the January 20–24 window. Precipitation probabilities remain above normal at 40–50%, a combination that supports snow potential, especially during overnight and early morning hours when colder air is most firmly in place…