City of Richmond Winter Weather Updates

Last updated 12/5/25 at 12:30 a.m.

During Richmond's winter weather season, the City will share information about resources, closures, and delays on this page.

Latest updates

• The following streets are closed until roadways are clear:
  • Boulevard Bridge both sides of the bridge – North and South
  • Brown’s Island Way at S. 2nd Street and at Tredegar Street
  • Byrd Street at 3rd Street and at 4th Street
  • N. 23rd Street at Franklin Street and at Grace Street
  • N. 25th Street at Main Street, Franklin Street, Grace Street and at Broad Street
  • E. Marshall Street at N. 21st Street and at 20th Street
  • Duval St. (900 N. 7th Street) at N. 5th Street and at N. 7th Street
  • 500 Hospital Street at N. Hospital Street and at I95 & I64 Ramp
• City of Richmond buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, December 5. Virtual services are still available.
• The City has scaled back festivities for RVA Illuminates on the evening of December 5. The official holiday lighting can be viewed on WRIC 8 beginning at 5:45 p.m.
• The Main Street Station Holiday Magic Open House, still scheduled for Sunday, December 7, has moved its evening movie event indoors.

Resources during Extreme Cold

• During the winter, Richmond operates overnight cold weather shelters. Find all information about shelters and daytime warming options on our Inclement Weather Shelter page.
• Heating and energy bills can go up during cold temperatures. The Department of Public Utilities offers affordability programs to support residents with these additional expenses.
• The Virginia Department of Health shares steps for winter weather preparedness and well-being, including safe traveling, planning for outdoor activities, and protecting against fire hazards and carbon monoxide.

Tips for traveling in the snow and near snow plows

• Leave early and allow extra travel time
• Slow Down. Reduce your speed, even if the road looks clear, black ice can be hidden
• Maintain a larger gap between you and the vehicle ahead to allow for better reaction time
• Keep your Vehicle Clean - if you need to travel, please completely clean your entire vehicle of all snow & ice from windows, mirrors, the hood, trunk, and roof. As it melts, the ice/snow can break & strike other cars behind you.
  • If you don't completely remove snow and ice from your car you could be cited for reckless driving or negligence and/or be sued for negligence if ice flies off your car and causes an accident or damages or hurts someone
• Be aware of areas icy areas like bridges and shady spots which freeze before other areas
• Keep an emergency winter kit in your car
  • Don't tailgate - Give plows plenty of space to work
  • Maintain a safe distance - they may suddenly slow down
  • Be mindful of blind spots - snowplows have large blind spots, especially on the sides and behind them. If you can't see their mirrors, they likely can't see you.
  • Yield to snowplows when they are clearing intersections - they may not have the flexibility to move out of your way.
  • Don't pass a snowplow.