Virginia in August
8.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
2Rainy days (15 mm)
11:00 hDaylight
06:47Sunrise · 17:47 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in August is fairly consistent from year to year (2.4 days). 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 | 30°C | 17°C | 93 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| February | 29°C | 17°C | 74 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 28°C | 15°C | 67 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 25°C | 11°C | 46 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 22°C | 6°C | 19 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| June | 19°C | 2°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 19°C | 2°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 22°C | 5°C | 15 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 26°C | 9°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 28°C | 12°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 29°C | 14°C | 67 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 30°C | 16°C | 92 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Virginia in August?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Virginia?
The best months are August, September, May, July.