Virginia Weather & Climate: South Africa

Climate by month across Virginia, South Africa, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Virginia

Virginia is one of several regions in South Africa, with temperatures that range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Sterling, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Virginia, the months of April, May, September and October bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C (66°F) and 27°C (81°F).

July and August are generally the hottest months of the year. The colder months are generally January, February and December.

Precipitation in Virginia varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in October with 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while February stays relatively dry with 61 mm (2.4 in).

For those seeking sunshine, June usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Virginia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sterling)

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Sterling Herndon Manassas Sandston Fairfax Tysons Corner
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Climate map of Virginia

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Sterling 6°C (43°F) 31°C (88°F) -4°C (25°F) 20°C (68°F) 1078 mm (42 in) 2,520 hours
Herndon 6°C (43°F) 31°C (88°F) -4°C (25°F) 20°C (68°F) 1116 mm (44 in) 2,520 hours
Manassas 6°C (43°F) 31°C (88°F) -5°C (23°F) 20°C (68°F) 1153 mm (45 in) 2,520 hours
Sandston 9°C (48°F) 32°C (90°F) -2°C (28°F) 21°C (70°F) 1214 mm (48 in) 2,830 hours
Fairfax 6°C (43°F) 30°C (86°F) -4°C (25°F) 20°C (68°F) 1164 mm (46 in) 2,520 hours
Tysons Corner 6°C (43°F) 30°C (86°F) -4°C (25°F) 20°C (68°F) 1131 mm (45 in) 2,520 hours

Places in Virginia, South Africa

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