The best times to visit Harrisonburg for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 1st

or

August 27th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Harrisonburg Travel Info

Weather in Harrisonburg

Temperature

Average temperatures in Harrisonburg vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Harrisonburg, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 88°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.5°F (18.1°C) at night.

Harrisonburg Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Harrisonburg Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Harrisonburg Perceived Temperature (F)

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Harrisonburg Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Harrisonburg Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 45.4 34.3 24.5
Feb 47.1 35.1 24.6
Mar 58.1 45.3 34.2
Apr 69.4 55.5 42.6
May 77.7 64.8 52.4
Jun 85.4 72.7 60.9
Jul 87.4 75.1 63.9
Aug 86 73.2 62.2
Sep 80.1 67.1 55.5
Oct 69.4 56 44.4
Nov 57.9 44.9 33.7
Dec 50.9 39.6 29.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.4 1.3 -4.2
Feb 8.4 1.7 -4.1
Mar 14.5 7.4 1.2
Apr 20.8 13.1 5.9
May 25.4 18.2 11.3
Jun 29.7 22.6 16.1
Jul 30.8 23.9 17.7
Aug 30 22.9 16.8
Sep 26.7 19.5 13.1
Oct 20.8 13.3 6.9
Nov 14.4 7.2 0.9
Dec 10.5 4.2 -1.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Harrisonburg are September, November, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late November. For example, on the week of November 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Harrisonburg? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Harrisonburg.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Harrisonburg (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 0 1.1
Feb 8% 0 1
Mar 15% 0 1.8
Apr 15% 0 1.9
May 14% 0 2.1
Jun 13% 0 1.9
Jul 16% 0 2.1
Aug 12% 0 1.5
Sep 6% 0 1.4
Oct 9% 0 1.4
Nov 6% 0 0.7
Dec 12% 0 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 2.8
Feb 8 0 2.5
Mar 15 0 4.6
Apr 15 0 4.8
May 14 0 5.3
Jun 13 0 4.8
Jul 16 0 5.3
Aug 12 0 3.8
Sep 6 0 3.6
Oct 9 0 3.6
Nov 6 0 1.8
Dec 12 0 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Harrisonburg has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (48.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (65.6%).

Wind in Harrisonburg is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 4.6 knots (5.3 MPH or 8.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 13.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Harrisonburg.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.2 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Feb 4.5 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Mar 4.6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Apr 4.5 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
May 3.5 Barely noticeable 11.1 Significant breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 11.1 Significant breeze
Jul 2.7 Barely noticeable 9.9 Significant breeze
Aug 2.4 Barely noticeable 9.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.7 Barely noticeable 9.4 Significant breeze
Oct 3.2 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.3 Significant breeze
Dec 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 51.6%
Feb 48.4%
Mar 49.4%
Apr 49.9%
May 60.9%
Jun 61.4%
Jul 62.3%
Aug 65.5%
Sep 65.6%
Oct 61.8%
Nov 57%
Dec 61.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Harrisonburg?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Harrisonburg, VA, US is May, followed by July and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Harrisonburg in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.9 in October means 50.9% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Harrisonburg Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 49.7°F (9.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Harrisonburg, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 53.5°F (11.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Harrisonburg to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 52.8°F (11.6°C) and 42.7°F (5.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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