Richmond, VA – Virginia residents preparing for the 2026-27 winter season could experience warmer-than-normal temperatures and increased precipitation, with Richmond, Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Northern Virginia all included in a developing seasonal weather pattern influenced by El Niño.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), its seasonal outlook issued Thursday, October 15, favors above-normal temperatures across Virginia from November 2026 through January 2027. The precipitation forecast also favors wetter-than-normal conditions, particularly across eastern and southeastern portions of the state.
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