Newport News, VA All-Time Weather Extremes
The most extreme temperature, precipitation, and snowfall ever recorded in Newport News, from NOAA daily weather observations.
| Temperature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Record High | 106.3°F (41°C) | July 4, 2026 |
| Record Low | -2.9°F (-19°C) | January 21, 1985 |
| Lowest High | 14°F (-10°C) | January 21, 1985 and January 19, 1994 |
| Highest Low | 82.2°F (28°C) | July 4, 2026 |
| Highest Mean | 94.3°F (35°C) | July 4, 2026 |
| Lowest Mean | 5.5°F (-15°C) | January 21, 1985 |
| Precipitation | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 7.15" (181.6 mm) | September 1, 2006 |
| Max in One Month | 19.36" (491.8 mm) | September 1999 |
| Least in One Month | 0.00" (0.0 mm) | October 2000 |
| Max in One Year | 67.97" (1726.5 mm) | 1979 |
| Least in One Year | 28.26" (717.8 mm) | 1986 |
| Snowfall | ||
| Max in One Calendar Day | 12.2" (31.0 cm) | February 18, 1989 |
| Max in One Month | 21.4" (54.3 cm) | February 1989 |
| Max in One Season | 25.4" (64.5 cm) | 1988-89 |
| Max in One Year | 21.5" (54.6 cm) | 1989 |
| Earliest Snow | 1.7" (4.3 cm) | November 11, 1987 |
| Earliest Measurable Snow | 1.7" (4.3 cm) | November 11, 1987 |
| Latest Snow | 6.5" (16.5 cm) | April 18, 1983 |
| Latest Measurable Snow | 6.5" (16.5 cm) | April 18, 1983 |
| Period of Record | ||
| Temperature | January 1, 1970 – July 31, 2026 | |
| Precipitation | January 1, 1970 – August 28, 2007 | |
| Snowfall | January 1, 1970 – August 28, 2007 | |
Note: Records compiled from NOAA GHCN-Daily observations at LANGLEY AFB (6 mi from Newport News, VA). Quality-flagged readings are excluded. Monthly and annual totals require substantially complete reporting for “least” records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest temperature ever recorded in Newport News, VA?
The all-time record high in Newport News, VA is 106.3°F (41°C), set on July 4, 2026.
What is the coldest temperature ever recorded in Newport News, VA?
The all-time record low in Newport News, VA is -2.9°F (-19°C), set on January 21, 1985.
What is the most rain Newport News, VA has ever had in one day?
The most precipitation recorded in one calendar day near Newport News, VA is 7.15 inches, on September 1, 2006.
What is the biggest snowfall ever recorded in Newport News, VA?
The most snow recorded in one calendar day near Newport News, VA is 12.2 inches, on February 18, 1989.
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