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

Is Harrisonburg a good destination in August, weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Harrisonburg during August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experience the summer season in August. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 16°C.

Precipitation

Harrisonburg in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Harrisonburg, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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