Climate
Newport News weather by month
Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.
Average temperatures
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best time to visit: April, May, June, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F | 31°F | 3.0 in | 10 |
| February | 53°F | 32°F | 2.6 in | 10 |
| March | 59°F | 38°F | 3.4 in | 11 |
| April | 70°F | 47°F | 3.1 in | 11 |
| May | 77°F | 56°F | 3.7 in | 12 |
| June | 85°F | 65°F | 4.1 in | 11 |
| July | 88°F | 70°F | 4.7 in | 11 |
| August | 87°F | 68°F | 5.4 in | 12 |
| September | 81°F | 63°F | 5.0 in | 12 |
| October | 71°F | 51°F | 4.2 in | 11 |
| November | 61°F | 40°F | 3.0 in | 9 |
| December | 53°F | 34°F | 3.2 in | 10 |
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Newport News Intl Ap, Va Us (4.4 mi away, 42 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.
Questions
What is the hottest month in Newport News?
July, with an average high of 88°F and low of 70°F.
What is the coldest month in Newport News?
January, with an average low of 31°F and high of 49°F.
When does it rain most in Newport News?
August is the wettest month, averaging 5.4 in of precipitation; the year totals about 45.4 inches.
What is the best time to visit Newport News?
For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, April, May, June.
Where do these numbers come from?
NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the Newport News Intl Ap weather station, 4.4 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.