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Virginia Beach (VA) Climate by Month

The climate in Virginia Beach is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Virginia Beach, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 1°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Virginia Beach experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1267 mm of precipitation annually. Virginia Beach experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 150 mm in September, the wettest month, and 74 mm in January, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Virginia Beach can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 9.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Virginia Beach in the United States of America

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Virginia Beach?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Virginia Beach?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Virginia Beach?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Virginia Beach?
    September tops the wettest month list with 150 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Virginia Beach?
    January is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Virginia Beach?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Virginia Beach (VA)

    Thu   Nov 21
    16°C | 6°C
    W 29 km/h
    1 mm
    almost clear and small chance of slight rain

    almost clear and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    11°C | 2°C
    W 32 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    15°C | 6°C
    W 25 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain