Virginia Aviation Museum

Museum Aviation museum in Virginia with vintage military aircraft

The Virginia Aviation Museum, near Richmond, displayed historic aircraft and exhibits on regional flight history until its closure; its collection was relocated to other institutions.

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Virginia Aviation Museum
Virginia Aviation Museum - formerly Richmond, Virginia (collection status has varied)
37.5174, -77.3347
Admission varies by exhibition; museum previously operated by the Commonwealth of Virginia-many collections relocated after 2016

How to Get to Virginia Aviation Museum #

Historically the museum was associated with the Richmond area and accessible by car from Interstate 95 or local roads; the precise current location of the collection can change, so visitors should check with the Virginia Museum authorities or local aviation groups for the latest information.

Tips for Visiting Virginia Aviation Museum #

  • Confirm current exhibitions and opening status before planning a visit; the museum has experienced relocations and closures in recent years.
  • Combine with other Richmond aviation or military sites for a fuller day (check hours of each).
  • Photographs of the restored aircraft are often better viewed in dedicated archives; ask staff about access to galleries and restricted collections.

Best Time to Visit Virginia Aviation Museum #

Check in advance: hours and access have changed over time due to relocations and restorations. Spring through fall offers the best chance to see any outdoor aircraft on display.

Spring-Fall
April-October · 10-28°C
Good weather for outdoor displays or nearby airfield visits if available.
Winter
November-March · -5-8°C
Indoor exhibits are preferable; some outdoor aircraft displays may be covered or inaccessible.

Weather & Climate near Virginia Aviation Museum #

Climate

Virginia Aviation Museum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1112 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (109 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
15° 28°

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

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