VIRGINIA CRAIG ZERBE | ADOBE STOCK MP 10.7 | RAVEN'S ROOST Virginia Itineraries 3 GREAT DRIVES INCLUDING PARKWAY MILES & MORE Average Temperatures Along the Parkway The following informal itineraries take travelers along both Blue Ridge Parkway miles and through nearby towns and places in Virginia. Please note that mentioned sites and sights are just a sampling of the countless overlooks, trails and other spots along the parkway and attractions just off the scenic roadway. Winter Roanoke 27°- 46° Floyd 21°- 42° Spring Floyd 35°- 61° Roanoke 44°- 67° Summer Roanoke 63°- 85° Floyd 56°- 79° Fall Roanoke 46°- 68° Floyd 38°- 64° ADOBE STOCK CHARLOTTESVILLE Northern Loop: Base Camp Charlottesville Begin this Blue Ridge Parkway jaunt from Charlottesville, home of the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. Stroll the historic downtown mall to catch the indie vibe and maybe a deli sandwich at Blue Ridge Country Store, too. Plot a course west along U.S. 250 toward Staunton. Lures like Pollak Vineyards, Rockfish Gap Country Store, and the Blue Ridge Tunnel 6 BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY