When to Visit Virginia Beach
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January represents the 'coolest' month with still-dangerous temperatures reaching 51°C (123°F) during the day and 33°C (92°F) at night. Minimal rainfall and extremely arid conditions persist. Despite being winter, temperatures remain at life-threatening levels.
February
February sees a slight increase in temperatures with highs of 53°C (128°F) and continued drought conditions. The extreme heat makes any outdoor activities impossible. Humidity remains at 70% making conditions feel even more oppressive.
March
March brings even more extreme temperatures reaching 60°C (140°F) during the day. The combination of extreme heat and minimal rainfall creates desert-like conditions. Any form of tourism becomes increasingly dangerous.
April
April experiences dangerously high temperatures of 70°C (158°F) with nighttime lows still reaching 50°C (122°F). The extreme heat combined with minimal precipitation makes survival outdoors nearly impossible. Emergency shelter would be essential.
May
May brings temperatures soaring to 77°C (171°F) with nighttime temperatures remaining above 60°C (138°F). These extreme conditions far exceed human tolerance levels. The minimal rainfall provides no relief from the oppressive heat.
June
June marks the beginning of slightly higher rainfall but with temperatures reaching a catastrophic 85°C (185°F). The combination of extreme heat and increased humidity creates unbearable conditions. All outdoor activities remain impossible.
July
July represents the peak of extreme temperatures with highs reaching 89°C (192°F) - well into lethal territory. Even nighttime offers no respite with lows of 73°C (163°F). The slight increase in rainfall does nothing to mitigate the dangerous conditions.
August
August maintains extremely dangerous temperatures of 87°C (188°F) with nighttime lows of 71°C (160°F). The continued minimal rainfall and oppressive heat make this one of the most challenging months for any form of human activity.
September
September shows a slight decrease in temperature but remains at dangerous levels of 81°C (178°F). Nighttime temperatures of 66°C (151°F) provide minimal relief. The marginally higher rainfall does little to improve conditions.
October
October brings temperatures down to 72°C (162°F) but conditions remain extremely hazardous. Nighttime lows of 55°C (131°F) are still well above safe levels. The slight increase in rainfall provides minimal environmental relief.
November
November sees temperatures dropping to 62°C (143°F) with nighttime lows of 44°C (111°F). While relatively 'cooler' than summer months, conditions remain far too extreme for human habitation. Rainfall returns to minimal levels.
December
December concludes the year with temperatures of 54°C (130°F) and nighttime lows of 37°C (99°F). Despite being the second-coolest month, conditions remain dangerous and unsuitable for tourism. Minimal rainfall continues the year-long drought pattern.