Temperature
Hot by day, mild at night.
85°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Alexandria
United States · North America
Alexandria is most comfortable in April and October. Summers are warm and winters are cool. Rain is spread through the year.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
30°F to 88°F
Rain
9 days/mo
Sunshine
9 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Moderate rain risk across the month.
32%wet-day frequency
Precip amountWet-day chanceSnowfall
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
11 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Warm days, with some hot afternoons and occasional humid spells.
63%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 87° and nights feel near 75°.
FreezingVery coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
46%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 85°F, easing to about 80°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning77°F
Feels 80°F
Rain11%
Cloud53%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityModerate
Best windowMidday84°F
Feels 87°F
Rain15%
Cloud58%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon85°F
Feels 87°F
Rain19%
Cloud61%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityModerate
Early evening80°F
Feels 83°F
Rain15%
Cloud57%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
5 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 11, 2026
Data & methodology