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Newport News weather in August (Virginia, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Newport News in August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In August, Newport News usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Newport News in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 258 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Newport News, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 139 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 258 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
Data from: Hampton, the United States of America (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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