Residents in Virginia, particularly those near the mountains, should prepare for rain showers early Thursday and windy conditions in the afternoon. The colder temperatures on Friday and over the weekend may lead to hard freezes, especially during the nights when lows are expected to drop into the 20s °F (-6 to -2 °C). Those in higher elevations may also experience light snow flurries. The cold weather could pose risks to sensitive plants and individuals vulnerable to low temperatures.