Today’s Weather in Harrisonburg, VA & the Shenandoah Valley
After a windy Monday, Harrisonburg and the Shenandoah Valley can expect a more tranquil day today, with plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures in the 50s. But don’t get too comfortable – a shift in the weather pattern is on the horizon!
A Week of Weather Changes
High pressure will begin to move away from the region on Wednesday, leading to an increase in cloud cover and a warming trend. Wednesday promises to be pleasant, with intervals of sunshine and a high near 62°F. Winds will be picking up from the south at 7-14 mph.
Thursday: The Warmest Day
Thursday will be the warmest day of the week, with mostly cloudy skies and a high reaching a balmy 79°F. Breezy conditions are expected in the afternoon, with south-southwest winds gusting up to 20 mph. Enjoy it while it lasts!
Cooler Temperatures Return
A cold front will sweep through Thursday night and into Friday, bringing a significant drop in temperatures. Friday will see a chance of morning showers and a possible thunderstorm, followed by cloudy and cooler conditions. The high on Friday will be around 65°F, with winds shifting to the west-northwest.
Weekend Outlook
The weekend will bring a return to cooler temperatures. Saturday will be sunny and cool, with a high of 50°F. Northwest winds will be light at 5-10 mph.
Today’s Specifics & Historical Data
- Today: Partly sunny. High 52°F. Winds east 4-8 mph.
- Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 35°F. Winds south 4-8 mph.
- Sunset Today: 7:31 p.m.
- Sunrise Wednesday: 7:11 a.m.
Historical Weather Data (Dale Enterprise Weather Station):
- Highest Temperature on this date: 83°F (1929)
- Lowest Temperature on this date: 9°F (1896)
- Most Precipitation on this date: 1.45 inches (1953)
- Most Snowfall on this date: 4.0 inches (1990)
Local News Highlights
In other local news, a former Rockingham County Public Schools teacher was sentenced to 11 years in prison for sexually abusing a student. Dr. Larry Shifflett, Rockingham County School Superintendent, recommended approval of the 2026-2027 fiscal year school division budget at last night’s school board meeting. Voters will receive notices regarding temporary polling locations for the upcoming election.
Area High School Scoreboard (Monday, 3/23)
(Scores to be added here as available)
Be prepared for potential showers and thunderstorms late Thursday into Friday as another cold front moves through the area. Stay tuned for updates!
For more detailed weather information, visit the AccuWeather website.
