Fairfax Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Fairfax.
Climate overview of Fairfax
The climate in Fairfax, Virginia, United States of America, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 30°C (86°F) in July to 6°C (43°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1164 mm (46 in) annually. June is the wettest month. June is the sunniest month, averaging 9.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Fairfax Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Fairfax — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Fairfax
In Fairfax, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in July to a chilly 6°C (43°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 20°C (68°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Fairfax
Fairfax experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1164 mm (46 in) of precipitation annually. Fairfax offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (138 mm (5.4 in)) and the driest month February (65 mm (2.6 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Fairfax Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Fairfax
For those who appreciate different seasons, Fairfax serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Fairfax by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Fairfax.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 69%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Fairfax
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during January, February, March and April. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Fairfax
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Fairfax
What is the best time to visit Fairfax?
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Fairfax. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Fairfax?
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -4°C (25°F) to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Fairfax get?
Annual rainfall is around 1164 mm (46 in). June is the wettest month with 138 mm (5.4 in), while February is the driest with 65 mm (2.6 in).
How sunny is Fairfax?
Fairfax receives around 2,520 hours of sunshine per year. June is the sunniest month with 282 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 130 hours. Overall, Fairfax enjoys abundant sunshine.
Fairfax 3-Day Forecast
Fairfax 3-Day Forecast
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