Weather Forecast and Radar for Portsmouth, Virginia

Weather in Portsmouth, VA

Portsmouth, Virginia has a mild climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are typically hot and humid with temperatures soaring as high as 90°F (32°C) in July and August. Winter temperatures are relatively mild, with highs of 56°F (13°C) and lows of 37°F (3°C) in January. Spring and fall are comfortable with average highs in the mid-60s and lows in the low-50s.

The area receives an average of 4.3 inches (109 mm) of rain in the winter, 4.3 inches (109 mm) in the spring, 4.7 inches (119 mm) in the summer and 4.0 inches (102 mm) in the fall. Snowfall is minimal, with an average of 1 inch (25 mm) per year.

As temperatures drop in the winter, the area experiences periods of dense fog and precipitation. This is due to the area’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and its cooling influence.

Fast Facts About Portsmouth, VA

As of 2020, the city population is 94961.

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