Drought in the contiguous United States reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows.
Wytheville, VA
Right Now
56°
Sunny
- Humidity: 53%
- Feels Like: 54°
- Heat Index: 56°
- Wind: 11 mph
- Wind Chill: 54°
- UV Index: 8 Very High
- Sunrise: 06:40:40 AM
- Sunset: 08:05:20 PM
- Dew Point: 40°
- Visibility: 10 mi
Today
Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 73F. Winds W at 15 to 25 mph.
Tonight
Clear skies. Low 48F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow
Sunny, along with a few afternoon clouds. High 78F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.
Weather Alert
...INCREASED FIRE DANGER FROM 11 AM TO 5 PM TODAY FOR SOUTHERN VIRGINIA...SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 460... The combination of low relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent range, ongoing drought conditions, and gusty winds will continue to dry out fuels. This will result in an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires today. Any dry grass, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass. Virginia has a 4PM to Midnight burn window, but on days when it is this breezy, it is advised to wait for a wind-free evening to do any burning. Some Virginia counties have already started issuing burn bans, so please check with your local county officials if you are not sure.
Next 12 Hours
Time
Temp
Wind
Precip
9 AM
58°
13 mph
1%
9 AM
58°
Wind: W @ 13 mph
Precip: 1% Chance
Humidity: 51%
Wind Chill: 56°
Heat Index: 58°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 40°
10 AM
62°
15 mph
1%
10 AM
62°
Wind: W @ 15 mph
Precip: 1% Chance
Humidity: 44%
Wind Chill: 60°
Heat Index: 62°
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 40°
11 AM
65°
16 mph
0%
11 AM
65°
Wind: W @ 16 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 38%
Wind Chill: 64°
Heat Index: 65°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 39°
12 PM
67°
18 mph
0%
12 PM
67°
Wind: W @ 18 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 36%
Wind Chill: 66°
Heat Index: 67°
UV Index: 6 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 39°
1 PM
69°
17 mph
0%
1 PM
69°
Wind: W @ 17 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 35%
Wind Chill: 69°
Heat Index: 69°
UV Index: 6 High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 40°
2 PM
71°
17 mph
0%
2 PM
71°
Wind: W @ 17 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 33%
Wind Chill: 71°
Heat Index: 71°
UV Index: 8 Very High
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 40°
3 PM
71°
16 mph
0%
3 PM
71°
Wind: W @ 16 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 32%
Wind Chill: 71°
Heat Index: 71°
UV Index: 5 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 40°
4 PM
71°
15 mph
0%
4 PM
71°
Wind: W @ 15 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 32%
Wind Chill: 71°
Heat Index: 71°
UV Index: 4 Moderate
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 39°
5 PM
71°
13 mph
0%
5 PM
71°
Wind: WNW @ 13 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 30%
Wind Chill: 71°
Heat Index: 71°
UV Index: 2 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 38°
6 PM
70°
12 mph
0%
6 PM
70°
Wind: WNW @ 12 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 30%
Wind Chill: 70°
Heat Index: 70°
UV Index: 1 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 38°
7 PM
69°
9 mph
0%
7 PM
69°
Wind: WNW @ 9 mph
Precip: 0% Chance
Humidity: 32%
Wind Chill: 69°
Heat Index: 69°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 38°
8 PM
66°
6 mph
1%
8 PM
66°
Wind: WNW @ 6 mph
Precip: 1% Chance
Humidity: 36%
Wind Chill: 66°
Heat Index: 66°
UV Index: 0 Low
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 39°
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