Heavy Snow — Washington, Virginia

2026-01-30 to 2026-01-31 · Washington, Virginia

Event narrative

Heavy snow fell across Washington County, with 7.5 inches of snow measured in Abingdon. Additionally, 6.5 inches of snow was measured in Emory Meadowview area, and an estimated 6 inches of snow in Bristol.

Wider weather episode

A heavy snowstorm struck portions of southwestern Virginia at the end of the month, thanks to strong lift from a deep upper trough diving from north to south.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1314676. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.