Virginia Weather Forecast
Virginia weather: 74°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Virginia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 29° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 32° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 65° | 42° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 73° | 52° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 77° | 59° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 87° | 67° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 72° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 68° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 63° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 70° | 51° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 60° | 42° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 50° | 34° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Virginia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Virginia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | 93 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| National Mall | 96 mi | 57°F | 34°F cooler | 47 in |
| Capitol Hill | 96 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 46 in |
| Georgetown | 97 mi | 57°F | 34°F cooler | 47 in |
| Washington, D.C. | 97 mi | 57°F | 34°F cooler | 47 in |
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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 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 95% and wind is 2 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 3:24 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 23, 2026 at 3:24 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
