Richmond in May
8.3out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
6Rainy days (31 mm)
10:30 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 17:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Some rain: about 6 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.4 days). 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 | 26°C | 16°C | 147 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 124 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 25°C | 15°C | 109 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 23°C | 12°C | 66 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 22°C | 9°C | 31 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| June | 21°C | 6°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 21°C | 6°C | 31 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| August | 22°C | 8°C | 38 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 23°C | 10°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 104 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| November | 24°C | 13°C | 123 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 25°C | 15°C | 143 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Richmond in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Richmond?
The best months are May, June, July, August.