Richmond in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
13Rainy days (117 mm)
14:12 hDaylight
06:30Sunrise · 20:42 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | -5°C | 81 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.1 |
| February | 5°C | -4°C | 68 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 10°C | 1°C | 99 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 17°C | 7°C | 120 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 117 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 27°C | 17°C | 103 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 28°C | 19°C | 84 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 28°C | 18°C | 74 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 25°C | 14°C | 72 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 18°C | 8°C | 76 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 11°C | 2°C | 86 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.0 |
| December | 5°C | -3°C | 84 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Richmond in May?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Richmond?
The best months are September, August, July.