Weather in Newport News

Find out the latest weather information for Newport News. In this section, we provide fresh data, forecasts, and useful charts to help you plan your day.

The climate in Newport News can be characterised as temperate, with four distinct seasons. The city experiences noticeable temperature fluctuations throughout the year, offering diverse weather conditions for visitors. Summers here are warm, transitioning to hot, while winters are quite cool but usually without extreme freezing temperatures.

The summer months, especially July and August, are the warmest, with average temperatures in the range of 26-27°C and maximum highs reaching 30°C. Winter, from December to February, brings coolness: the average temperature in January is around 5.9°C, and night-time temperatures can drop to 2.5°C. Spring and autumn are transitional seasons with comfortable, moderate temperatures. Regarding precipitation, it falls relatively evenly throughout the year; the number of rainy days ranges from 8 to 15 per month. The highest number of days with precipitation occurs in the summer months (July, August) and February. This means that light rains are possible at any time of the year, although the total monthly rainfall, according to the provided data, remains low.

The climate in Newport News is characterised by noticeable seasonal temperature fluctuations throughout the year. The coldest month is January, when the average temperature is about 5.9°C, with minimum temperatures dropping to 2.5°C and maximums reaching 9.4°C. In contrast, July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 27.1°C. During this period, daytime highs often rise to 30.3°C, while night-time lows remain at a comfortable level of around 23.9°C. Such a wide annual temperature range offers diverse conditions for visitors in different seasons.

The summer months in Newport News, from June to August, are usually warm and can be hot. The average temperature in June is 24.4°C, rising to 27.1°C in July, and staying at 26.1°C in August. Maximum daytime temperatures at the height of summer regularly exceed 27-30°C, and nights remain warm, with minimum temperatures rarely dropping below 21-23°C. This creates pleasant conditions for evening activities and outdoor relaxation, although the daytime heat can be palpable.

Winter in Newport News, covering December, January, and February, is characterised by cool weather. Monthly average temperatures range from 5.9°C in January to 8.1°C in February. Night-time temperatures in winter can drop to 2.5°C - 4.6°C, while daytime highs are usually in the range of 9.4°C - 11.8°C. Although frosts are possible, severe freezes are atypical. The transitional seasons, spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November), offer more moderate and comfortable temperatures, with gradual warming in spring and cooling in autumn. For example, in April the average temperature is 15.5°C, and in October it is 18.3°C. Daily temperature fluctuations throughout the year are moderate, usually with a difference between the daily maximum and night-time minimum of about 6-8°C.

Newport News sees a fairly low level of precipitation throughout the year, with its distribution being relatively even in terms of total volume. Monthly rainfall fluctuates within a very narrow range — from 3 mm to 4 mm. This indicates that intense downpours are not characteristic of this region; rather, precipitation, when it occurs, is predominantly light and short-lived.

Although the total amount of precipitation is small, the frequency of its occurrence varies noticeably by month. The highest number of days with precipitation falls in the summer months: July and August are the "wettest" in terms of frequency — averaging 15 days with precipitation in each. February and May also stand out with an increased frequency of precipitation, counting 12 "wet" days each. Given that monthly average minimum temperatures even in winter remain above the freezing point (for example, +2.5°C in January), the main form of precipitation throughout the year is rain. Short-term snow is theoretically possible on the coldest days of January, but it is not a typical phenomenon for the climate of Newport News.

The lowest number of days with precipitation is observed in autumn: in October and November there are on average 8, making these months the "driest" in terms of precipitation frequency. In other months, such as January, March, April, June, September, and December, the number of days with precipitation ranges from 9 to 11. Thus, although Newport News does not have pronounced rainy or dry seasons in terms of total moisture volume, one can speak of periods with more frequent, but light, rains (mid-summer) and periods with a lower probability of precipitation (mid-autumn).

When planning a trip to Newport News, it is important to consider the change of seasons so that your wardrobe matches the weather. In summer, from June to August, it is quite hot here: the average temperature fluctuates around 24-27°C, and the maximum can reach 30°C. At this time, you will need light, breathable clothing: t-shirts, shorts, and dresses made from natural fabrics. Do not forget sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Despite the fact that the total amount of precipitation is small (about 4 mm per month), there are up to 15 rainy days in July and August, so a compact umbrella or a light raincoat may prove very useful. Comfortable walking shoes are your faithful companion at any time of the year.

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) in Newport News are characterised by more moderate temperatures, averaging from 10°C to 23°C. In these transitional seasons, the principle of layering in clothing works best. Take jeans or trousers, long and short-sleeved t-shirts, sweaters or fleece jackets, as well as a light jacket or windbreaker with you. In winter, from December to February, the average temperature is around 6-8°C, sometimes dropping to 2-4°C. For this period, you will need warm items: sweaters, an insulated jacket (preferably windproof and water-repellent, as even with small precipitation of 3 mm, there are 9-12 wet days in winter), a hat, a scarf, and gloves. Regardless of the season, due to regular rainy days, a small umbrella will be a useful addition to your luggage.