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 »
  During the month of August, the temperature in Richmond generally drops to a low average of 68.5°F (20.3°C). In August, Richmond notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), hardly different from the preceding month.
• Virginia Beach - August »
  August is the month with the warmest seawater in Virginia Beach, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C). In Virginia Beach, in August, the average water temperature is 80.1°F (26.7°C).
• Norfolk - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Norfolk, Virginia, is August, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. August is the month with the warmest seawater in Norfolk, with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C).
• Chesapeake - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Chesapeake is August, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. With an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Chesapeake, Virginia.
• Arlington - August »
  In Arlington in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. August continues the summer heat in Arlington, albeit with slightly lower temperatures from July.
• Newport News - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Newport News is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. With an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Newport News.
• Alexandria - August »
  August is the month with the warmest seawater in Alexandria, with an average ocean temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C). In Alexandria the average seawater temperature in August is 78.1°F (25.6°C).
• Roanoke - August »
  In Roanoke in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. August continues the trend set by July as Roanoke beats the heat with temperatures slightly lower, yet staying in the 80s.
• Portsmouth - August »
  August is the month with the warmest seawater in Portsmouth with an average ocean temperature of 80.1°F (26.7°C). The month with the most rainfall in Portsmouth is August, when the rain falls for 16.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.
• 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. August continues the warm trend established by July in Suffolk, with temperatures nearly comparable to the previous month's peak.
• Lynchburg - August »
  On the first day of August in Lynchburg sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:24 pm. In Lynchburg in August, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Harrisonburg - 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. In Harrisonburg, Virginia, in August, during 18 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.