Weather Forecast for Charlottesville

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Calvert, Charles, and St. Marys Counties. In Virginia, Albemarle, Greene, King George, Orange, Spotsylvania, and Stafford Counties. * WHEN...From 8 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 5 below expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Calvert, Charles, and St. Marys Counties. In Virginia, Albemarle, Greene, King George, Orange, Spotsylvania, and Stafford Counties. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

...MAJOR WINTER STORM EXPECTED THIS WEEKEND... .A large area of precipitation will overrun Arctic air in place over the Mid-Atlantic. This will likely lead to widespread significant snow beginning late Saturday, with the potential for ice Sunday especially south of Highway 50 and near and east of Interstate 95. In addition to the high threat for significant snow and ice, very cold temperatures are expected Friday night through the middle of next week with sub-zero wind chills likely at times. * WHAT...Heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain possible. There is a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow, with over 10 inches possible. Ice accumulation is also possible, especially south of Interstate 70. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northern Maryland, central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area by Saturday evening, becoming heavy at times Saturday night with rates of one to two inches per hour possible at times. A mix with sleet or freezing rain is possible Sunday, especially south of Interstate 70. Significant icing is possible especially across central Virginia. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is possible at times. A prolonged period wind chills in the teens and single digits is likely beginning this evening and lasting through the middle of next week, with sub-zero wind chills possible at times.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Now is the time to make preparations for the storm. This includes getting any necessary groceries or medicines that you may not be able to access this weekend into early next week due to any potential closure. Have an emergency kit in the car including extra batteries, a flashlight, and blanket just in case you get stranded. Make sure to refuel or charge your car before the storm hits. Check on elderly friends, family, and neighbors and don't forget about pets or livestock during this prolonged cold period.

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Confidence is increasing in widespread snow, sleet, and freezing rain. This may result in major impacts in infrastructure and transportation. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Maryland and central, east central, and north central Virginia. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will become slick and hazardous. The combination of significant snow and ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills between 5 below to 5 above is expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Maryland and central, east central, eastern, north central, south central, and southeast Virginia. * WHEN...From 8 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 5 above could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.