Richmond in October
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
14Rainy days (132 mm)
13:08 hDaylight
06:38Sunrise · 19:47 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±3.6 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 | 20°C | 14°C | 102 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| February | 20°C | 14°C | 78 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| March | 18°C | 13°C | 95 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 16°C | 11°C | 106 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 14°C | 9°C | 120 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 11°C | 7°C | 128 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 10°C | 6°C | 109 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 11°C | 6°C | 115 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 13°C | 7°C | 115 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.7 |
| October | 15°C | 9°C | 132 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 16°C | 11°C | 109 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 18°C | 13°C | 126 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Richmond in October?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Richmond?
The best months are February, January, March.