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

Thinking of visiting Sterling in August? Check the weather first! Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, the weather in Sterling generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in August. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 19°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Sterling in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 262 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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

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

 

Sterling, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 262 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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