CWS Forecast: Ridge and Valley Region 

Unseasonably warm temperatures are expected across the Commonwealth on Thursday, with highs reaching the upper 70’s to low 80’s along with a chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Friday will remain warm with partly cloudy skies before temperatures begin to cool heading into the weekend. Saturday looks favorable for daytime tailgating, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 70. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to move into the area Sunday morning, with heavy rain possible as the system passes through. Temperatures will then fall into the 60s, with mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers continuing through Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday will bring more cloudy conditions, with temperatures near 60 and a continued chance of morning rain.

Day One: Wednesday, September 16th 2026

Mostly cloudy skies with showers possible throughout the day.

High: 83°

Low: 68°F

Day Two: Thursday, September 17th 2026

Partly cloudy conditions throughout the day, temperatures quickly drop after sunset.

High: 75°F

Low: 56°F

Day Three: Friday, September 18th 2026

Mostly cloudy skies throughout the day and night with a spotty shower in the evening.

High: 71°F

Low: 62°F

Day Four: Saturday, September 19th 2026

Overcast with periods of rain throughout the day and night.

High: 71°F

Low: 59°F

Day Five: Sunday, September 20th 2026

Lower temperatures and overcast throughout the day. A spotty shower is possible as well.

High: 67°F

Low: 56°F

Last Updated on September 16, 2026 at 10:35 pm