Harrisonburg in August
7.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
10Rainy days (58 mm)
13:30 hDaylight
06:35Sunrise · 20:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | -4°C | 68 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.0 |
| February | 8°C | -3°C | 61 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 12°C | 1°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 19°C | 7°C | 80 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| May | 23°C | 12°C | 88 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 27°C | 16°C | 71 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 29°C | 18°C | 78 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 28°C | 18°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 25°C | 14°C | 91 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 19°C | 7°C | 70 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 12°C | 2°C | 66 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.5 |
| December | 7°C | -2°C | 73 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Harrisonburg in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Harrisonburg?
The best months are September, August, October, June.