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The best time to visit Alexandria

Month-by-month climate averages for Alexandria, VA, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Alexandria is usually April, May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.

Alexandria is warmest in July (highs near 86°F) and coldest in January (lows around 28°F), with roughly 42 inches of precipitation across the year and July the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is April, May, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January, February and December.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Alexandria forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Alexandria weather by month

what to expect in Alexandria through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Alexandria's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Alexandria by season.

Jan
43°
28°
Cool
Feb
46°
28°
Cool
Mar
54°
35°
Cool
Apr
66°
45°
Mild
May
73°
54°
Warm
Jun
83°
61°
Warm
Jul
86°
67°
Hot
Wettest
Aug
85°
66°
Hot
Sep
77°
60°
Warm
Oct
67°
47°
Mild
Nov
55°
38°
Cool
Dec
46°
31°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Alexandria?
The most comfortable time to visit Alexandria is usually April, May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Alexandria?
July is the warmest month in Alexandria, averaging highs near 86°F.
What is the coldest month in Alexandria?
January is the coldest month in Alexandria, with lows around 28°F. Overnight frost is likely in January, February and December.
When is the rainy season in Alexandria?
The wettest month in Alexandria is usually July, out of roughly 42 inches of precipitation across the year.

Alexandria month by month