Richmond in October
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
17Rainy days (104 mm)
12:45 hDaylight
05:22Sunrise · 18:06 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Very wet: about 17 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 October varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 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 October?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Richmond?
The best months are May, June, July, August.