Alexandria city Climate
Alexandria city, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.3°F
Annual Precip
41.8"
Annual Snowfall
13.7"
Extreme Heat Days
40
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Alexandria city
Climate Verdict
Alexandria city has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.3°F, moderately wet with 41.8 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 40 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 13.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.5°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.0°F. The 44°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Alexandria city is 3.1°F warmer than the Virginia statewide average of 56.2°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Virginia.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.