Virginia Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, South Africa in July.

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Planning a getaway to Virginia, South Africa this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Virginia in July

Virginia, South Africa is a region in South Africa. July in Virginia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Norton at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Hopewell at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Hopewell and 16°C (61°F) in Norton. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Virginia, South Africa. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Virginia, South Africa, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ashburn with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Norton with 156 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this July. For example, Sterling gets approximately 279 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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

January6°C (43°F) February6°C (43°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Virginia in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Virginia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Virginia

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, South Africa?

Temperature range in Virginia (July)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (July)

Sterling

In July Sterling generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
279 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sterling →

Herndon

In July Herndon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
279 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Herndon →

Manassas

In July Manassas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
279 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Manassas →

Sandston

In July Sandston generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
302 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Sandston →

Fairfax

In July Fairfax generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
279 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Fairfax →

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In our records: South Africa July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest July daytime high in South Africa was 3°C (37°F) in Bloemfontein on July 17, 2000.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sterling 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Herndon 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Manassas 31°C (88°F) 20°C (68°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sandston 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Fairfax 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Tysons Corner 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Virginia weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, South Africa in July?

Expect tolerable weather across Virginia, South Africa in July. The popular destination of Sterling averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Virginia, South Africa in July?

Average temperatures in Virginia, South Africa during July range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Sterling.

Does Virginia, South Africa get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Virginia, South Africa during July, with Sterling averaging close to 80 mm (3.1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Virginia, South Africa?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Virginia, South Africa with overall pleasant weather in Sterling.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Sterling. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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