Newport News (VA) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Newport News can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in July to around 0°C (32°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Newport News is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1317 mm (52 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives high rainfall, averaging 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less rainfall, with 67 mm (2.6 in) over 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Newport News Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Newport News. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Newport News.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 74%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year