# Climate Insights for Virginia Beach

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/us/virginia-beach/6488906062): City of Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States*

The climate in Virginia Beach is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1227mm of precipitation falls per year. Virginia Beach receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Virginia Beach is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and February.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** July (peak 29°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low 3°C)
- **Wettest month:** September (140 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** April, June, October

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Virginia Beach based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 3 | 9 | 6 | 108 | 18 | 10 |
| Feb | 5 | 11 | 8 | 104 | 17 | 4 |
| Mar | 8 | 14 | 11 | 89 | 18 | 1 |
| Apr | 12 | 19 | 15 | 81 | 18 | 0 |
| May | 17 | 22 | 19 | 103 | 15 | 0 |
| Jun | 22 | 27 | 24 | 88 | 13 | 0 |
| Jul | 25 | 29 | 27 | 134 | 13 | 0 |
| Aug | 24 | 28 | 26 | 116 | 12 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 21 | 25 | 23 | 140 | 15 | 0 |
| Oct | 16 | 21 | 18 | 94 | 15 | 0 |
| Nov | 10 | 16 | 12 | 72 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 6 | 11 | 8 | 97 | 16 | 0 |

## Temperature

Temperatures in Virginia Beach vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Virginia Beach is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1227mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 140mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 72mm. That's 68mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 15cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 10cm.

## Wind

Virginia Beach is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Virginia Beach.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Virginia Beach, which began on June 21, 2026. Virginia Beach is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 273mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 338mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 307mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 3 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 309mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Expect around 14cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: April, June, October.

The best time to visit Virginia Beach is during April, June and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 88mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.