Alexandria weather in August (Virginia, United States of America)

Thinking of visiting Alexandria in August? Check the weather first! Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During August, Alexandria usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 21°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Alexandria in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 262 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alexandria climate page with graphs.

 

Alexandria, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

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

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alexandria.

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