Alexandria Weather in August

August in Alexandria brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 86 mm (3.4 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Alexandria in August

Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 86 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Alexandria in August

Alexandria in August gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Alexandria in August

There are approximately 262 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Alexandria in August

August sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April typically offers the best weather for Alexandria.

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Alexandria Temperature in August

Min Temperature 21°C (70°F)  

Max Temperature 31°C (88°F)  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 86 mm (3.4 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Windspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (5 KM, 3 Miles).

What to Wear in Alexandria in August

Warm but pleasant conditions in Alexandria in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Alexandria in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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