Danville Sees 6 Inches of Snow Overnight

City crews working to clear roads and residential areas after late-night snowfall

Feb. 1, 2026 at 12:47pm

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Danville, Virginia saw around 6 inches of snowfall overnight, with some areas reporting even higher totals. The snow has ended, but the city is still dealing with icy conditions and low temperatures. Crews are working to clear major thoroughfares and will move into residential neighborhoods later today. A warming center is open for any residents in need of shelter.

Why it matters

This winter storm is the latest in a series of severe weather events that have impacted the Danville area. The city's response and ability to clear roads and provide shelter for vulnerable residents is critical for public safety and minimizing disruptions to daily life.

The details

The snow ended overnight, but official snowfall totals are not yet available. Reports from across the city estimate around 6 inches of snow, with some areas seeing even higher accumulations. Temperatures are currently 17 degrees with a wind chill of 3, though sunny skies are expected with highs around 30 degrees today.

  • Snow ended overnight.
  • As of 7:30 a.m. Sunday, the temperature is 17 degrees with a wind chill of 3.
  • Sunny skies are expected, with highs around 30 degrees today.

The players

Temporary Relief & Counseling Center (TRCC)

A 24-hour warming center operating at 625 Shelton St. for any resident or visitor in need of shelter.

Danville Police Department

Reported one weather-related crash last night.

Danville Utilities

Reports no power outages currently.

Danville Transit

Will decide later today whether service will run on Monday. Customers are encouraged to sign up for service text alerts.

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What’s next

Crews are sanding icy spots this morning and will move into residential neighborhoods this afternoon. Because of the icy layer from last weekend's storm, residential streets will not be clear to pavement until temperatures rise above freezing later this week.

The takeaway

This winter storm highlights the importance of the city's emergency response and ability to provide shelter and transportation for residents during severe weather events. The ongoing efforts to clear roads and assist vulnerable populations demonstrate Danville's commitment to public safety and community resilience.