August weather forecast
Virginia, USA

August in Virginia, much like July, is bathed in the warmth of summer but starts hinting at the approaching transition to fall by its end. The state's landscapes, whether coastal or mountainous, resonate with the hum of summer activities, though there's a gradual slow down as the month progresses.

Temperatures in August are still relatively high, but they begin to show a slight decrease as the month advances. Mornings generally see lows from 64°F (17.8°C) to 67°F (19.4°C), while afternoons can still be quite hot, with highs ranging between 83°F (28.3°C) and 87°F (30.6°C). These conditions call for summer attire, but as the month winds down, there are a few cooler days hinting at the upcoming fall.

Rainfall patterns in August are akin to those of July, characterized by occasional, intense thunderstorms. These storms, often brief, provide a respite from the prevailing heat. However, the frequency of these storms begins to decline towards the end of the month.

Charlottesville and Staunton, with their blend of historical significance and natural beauty, are often frequented during this month. Their location amidst the rolling hills ensures a mix of summer warmth and sporadic cool breezes. In contrast, the coastal region, particularly spots like Newport News, witnesses a steady flow of beachgoers eager to make the most of the last full summer month.

While August maintains Virginia's summer vibes, there's an unmistakable shift in the air as the month nears its end. Schools begin their sessions, and the once bustling vacation spots see fewer tourists. August, in essence, serves as a bridge between the relentless energy of summer and the calm, cooling ambiance of the upcoming autumn in Virginia.

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• Richmond - August »
  On the first day of August sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. In Richmond, in August, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Virginia Beach - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Virginia Beach is August, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is August, when the rain falls for 15.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.
• Norfolk - August »
  In Norfolk, Virginia, in August, the average water temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C). August is the month with the most rainfall in Norfolk, Virginia.
• Chesapeake - August »
  The month with the warmest seawater in Chesapeake is August, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C). The month with the warmest seawater in Chesapeake is August, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C).
• Arlington - August »
  August continues the summer heat in Arlington, albeit with slightly lower temperatures from July. On the first day of August in Arlington sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:20 pm.
• Newport News - August »
  The month with the warmest seawater in Newport News is August, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C). In Newport News during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.
• Alexandria - August »
  With an average ocean temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Alexandria, Virginia. The month with the most rainfall in Alexandria is August, when the rain falls for 15.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.
• Roanoke - August »
  August continues the trend set by July as Roanoke beats the heat with temperatures slightly lower, yet staying in the 80s. In Roanoke, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.
• Portsmouth - August »
  The month with the warmest seawater in Portsmouth is August, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C). In Portsmouth in August, the average water temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C).
• Suffolk - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Suffolk is August, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Suffolk, during August, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.
• Lynchburg - August »
  The months with the highest UV index in Lynchburg are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. On the first day of August in Lynchburg, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:24 pm.
• Harrisonburg - August »
  Compared to daytime temperatures, Harrisonburg's temperature drops significantly, averaging a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) during the nights of August. Augmenting August with warm afternoons with temperatures peaking at 82°F (27.8°C), the weather in Harrisonburg, Virginia remains firmly in the summer threshold.