Best time to visit Petersburg, VA

A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.

The most comfortable travel window in Petersburg runs from April through June — 3 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.

January Cool
High
49.1°F
Low
28.3°F
Precip
3.02 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 9h 42m

February Cool
High
52.2°F
Low
29.1°F
Precip
2.70 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 10h 37m

March Cool
High
60.1°F
Low
36.1°F
Precip
4.37 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 11h 45m

April Good
High
70.4°F
Low
45.6°F
Precip
3.62 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 12h 58m

May Good
High
78.2°F
Low
55.0°F
Precip
4.37 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 13h 60m

June Good
High
85.5°F
Low
64.2°F
Precip
4.23 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 14h 31m

July Hot
High
89.3°F
Low
69.0°F
Precip
4.70 in

Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.

Daylight ≈ 14h 19m

August Wet
High
87.4°F
Low
67.3°F
Precip
5.31 in

Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.

Daylight ≈ 13h 26m

September Good
High
81.5°F
Low
60.8°F
Precip
4.63 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 12h 13m

October Good
High
71.6°F
Low
48.0°F
Precip
3.41 in

Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.

Daylight ≈ 11h 1m

November Cool
High
61.5°F
Low
37.3°F
Precip
3.16 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 9h 58m

December Cool
High
52.6°F
Low
30.6°F
Precip
3.47 in

Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.

Daylight ≈ 9h 27m

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