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Things to Do in Virginia

Top things to do in Virginia: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☁️ 73°F now🕔 1:35 AM local📅 Best: April, June, August and October👥 8.7 million

Things to do in Virginia

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Virginia.

National and state parks in Virginia

Map of Virginia

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Coordinates: 37°32′26.5″N 77°26′9.6″W (37.5407, -77.436)

Weather in Virginia right now

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73°F
Overcast · feels like 77°F
Humidity68%
Wind1 mph NE
Gusts3 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover100%
Pressure1009 hPa
VisibilityGood · 12 mi
Air quality45 · Good
Sunrise6:33 AM
Sunset7:50 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 92%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:35 AM, Aug 25 local time.

⚠️Mon, Aug 31: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Sep 2: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Best time to visit Virginia

Go in April, June, August and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★☆☆☆
February★★★☆☆
March★★★☆☆
April★★★★
May★★★★
June★★★★
July★★★★
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★★
November★★★★
December★★☆☆☆

Summary

Virginia is a state in United States. Virginia is a US state with its capital at Richmond. It has a population of about 8.7 million. The capital is Richmond.

Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Virginia with overcast. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 61°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Virginia is April, June, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.

The closest major airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), about 93 mi away. Nearby highlights include Shenandoah National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, National Mall and New River Gorge National Park.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Virginia today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Virginia?

Virginia is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 37.5407, -77.436. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Virginia right now?

It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Virginia?

April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Virginia, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Virginia in?

Virginia observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:35 AM.

How many people live in Virginia?

Virginia has a population of approximately 8.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Virginia?

The closest airports are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 93 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 98 mi away and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 200 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Virginia?

Popular options include Shenandoah National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, National Mall and New River Gorge National Park.

What places are in Virginia?

Virginia covers 4 places in this atlas, including Shenandoah National Park, Washington Dulles International Airport, Grayson Highlands State Park and Virginia Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 25, 2026 at 1:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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