Eastern Chesterfield storm history
Storm events recorded in Eastern Chesterfield, Virginia between 1950 and 2025.
28
Total events
0
Tornadoes
0
Hail
0
Floods
3
Deaths
$119K
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Two 6 month old infants were left in a hot vehicle at the 2400 block of Alfalfa Lane, near Jefferson Davis Highway just south of Richmond Virginia. They were transported to a hospital. One died almost immediately, while the other was initially in critical condition, but then late…
The strong winds downed several trees, produced some structural damage, and caused scattered power outages. Wind gust of 49 knots (56 mph) was measured at the Chesterfield County Airport. Also, a six year old male died several hours after a tree fell on the family's mobile home. …
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
A heatwave impacted eastern Chesterfield County on July 27. Heat indices reached 110-115 degrees with high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s and dew points in the upper 70s to around 80 degrees.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
A prolonged heatwave impacted Chesterfield County over the course of three days from June 23 to 25. Each day, heat indices reached 105 to 115 degrees with most areas peaking around 110 degrees. Daily high temperatures in the upper 90s and dew points in the mid to upper 70s were a…
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall ranged from 3 to 5 inches across Chesterfield and Colonial Heights. 5 inches of snow was measured 1 NNE of Chesterfield.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall ranged from 3 to 6 inches across eastern Chesterfield county. A NWS employee measured 5 inches of snowfall 1 SE of Pocahontas State Park Virginia. Broadcast media measured 5.6 inches of snow 2 ENE of Colonial Heights Virginia.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged from 3 to 4 inches across eastern Chesterfield County. A snowfall total of 3.6 inches was reported in Matoaca. Snow changed over to a wintry mix with at least light freezing rain likely occurring. However, no specific freezing rain total was repor…
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between two inches and four inches across the county. Snowfall total of 4.0 inches was reported at Meadowville. Snowfall total of 3.0 inches was reported at (1 NE) Colonial Heights.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Ice accretions between 0.20 inch and 0.30 inch were reported. Several trees and power lines were downed, with numerous power outages reported.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
Freezing rain or freezing drizzle resulted in significant ice accretion between 0.25 inch and 0.35 inch across the county. Numerous trees and power lines were downed, with widespread power outages reported due to the ice accretion.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall and sleet totals generally ranged between one half inch and two inches across the county. Some light freezing rain or freezing drizzle also occurred.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between one inch and three inches across the county. Snowfall total of 3.0 inches was reported at Chester. Snowfall total of 2.5 inches was reported at Matoaca and (1 SE) Meadowville. Snowfall total of 2.5 inches was reported at Colonial Heights.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between one half inch and one inch across the county. Snowfall total of 0.5 inch was reported at (1 ENE) Chester.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged from one half inch to two inches across the county. Meadowville (2 SSE) reported 2.0 inches of snow. Meadowville (3 S) reported 1.7 inches of snow.
Tree was downed on Interstate 95 resulting in a three vehicle accident near Bellwood. Three injuries were reported.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged between nine inches and twelve inches across the county. Chesterfield (2 SSW) reported 12.0 inches of snow. Meadowville reported 11.0 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between one inch and three inches across the county. Meadowville (1 SSE) reported 2.5 inches of snow. Meadowville (3 S) reported 2.4 inches of snow. Colonial Heights (4 NNE) reported 2.0 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between one inch and two inches across the county. Chester (4 SE) reported 1.7 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between two inches and three inches across the county. Chester reported 3.0 inches of snow. Beach (3 WSW) reported 2.9 inches of snow.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals ranged between three inches and five inches across the county. Meadowville (2 S) reported 3.7 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between one inch and three inches across the county. Chesterfield (3 SSW) reported 3.0 inches of snow. Meadowville (2 WSW) reported 1.0 inch of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Around 0.10 inch of ice accumulation was reported in northern portions of the county. Scattered power outages occurred and a few trees were downed due to the combination of ice and strong winds.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall totals were generally between 7 inches and 10 inches across the county. City of Colonial Heights reported 9.5 inches of snow. Colonial Heights (3 N) reported 9 inches of snow. Bon Air (1 NNE) reported 8.5 inches of snow.
Frost/Freeze Frost/Freeze
Freezing temperatures between 25 and 28 degrees occurred. The average duration was around 6 hours. Additional widespread damage to fruit trees and bushes, winter wheat, barley, and hay grass was noted across the county.
Frost/Freeze Frost/Freeze
Freezing temperatures between 25 and 28 degrees occurred. The average duration was around 11 hours. Widespread damage to fruit trees and bushes was noted across the county. Winter wheat, barley, and hay grasses were also damaged.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals were generally between one half inch and 1 inch across the county.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals were generally between 1 inch and 2 inches across the county. Walthall and Chesterfield reported 1.5 inches of snow. City of Colonial Heights reported 1.5 inches of snow.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals were generally between 8 inches and 12 inches across the county. Bon Air reported 12.0 inches of snow. Colonial Heights reported 10.0 inches of snow.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 |