Weather in August in Virginia
Planning a journey to Virginia this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Virginia in August?
Virginia is a region in the United States of America. August in Virginia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of August is in the summer season.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Bluefield at 27°C to very warm in Franklin at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C in Franklin and 16°C in Bluefield. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Winchester with an average of 64 mm to high rainfall in Franklin with 144 mm.Average sunshine
The city Virginia Beach usually sees around 262 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For specific regional insights in Virginia for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Virginia climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Virginia?
Virginia Beach
In August Virginia Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Richmond
In August Richmond generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Williamsburg
In August Williamsburg generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Arlington
In August Arlington generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Alexandria
In August Alexandria generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Virginia, in the United States of America.
Is August the best time to visit Virginia?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Virginia Beach, August might be a good time to visit Virginia.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and May offering mostly perfect weather in Virginia Beach. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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