Virginia Weather: Four Chances for Winter Weather in February

STERLING, VA — If it seems like it has been more than a year since we were snowed in by a blizzard, you're correct. But don't give up on winter weather just yet. The extended forecast shows four opportunities for snow or ice this month.

The first chance could arrive Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. There's a 30 percent chance of rain and snow, with temperatures expected to stay in the 30s. Forecasters expect only light rain and snow for our region, with heavier accumulation to our north and west.

We'll briefly warm to the mid-50s next week, before dropping back into the 30s and 40s for the rest of the month, with overnight lows in the 20s, according to AccuWeather.

That's prime winter weather temperatures and the forecast shows three more opportunities for dangerous conditions, and most of it will mess with your weekend plans.

Around Thursday, Feb. 16, we could see a mix of rain and ice.

There's a similar forecast for rain and ice a week later, around Friday, Feb. 24.

Beginning Sunday night, Feb. 26, and continuing into Monday, Feb. 27, there's a chance for rain and snow showers.

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