United StatesAverage weather for Virginia in August
It's hot in August in Virginia with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Virginia with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 20°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Virginia is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 124 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Virginia in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
124 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 13 days | |
July
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Virginia?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Virginia. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2017, Virginia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Check out the climate of Virginia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Virginia is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Virginia to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Virginia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Virginia, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Virginia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Virginia, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Virginia.
Daily UV index in August in Virginia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Virginia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Virginia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Virginia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Virginia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Virginia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Virginia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Virginia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Virginia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Virginia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
