Best time to visit Richmond, VA
A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
The most comfortable travel window in Richmond runs from August through November — 4 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 9h 41m
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 10h 36m
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 11h 45m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 59m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 14h 1m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 14h 33m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 14h 21m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 13h 27m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 14m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 11h 0m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 9h 56m
Mild but on the chilly side. Pack a jacket; great for hiking and city walks.
Daylight ≈ 9h 25m
Looking for similar climates? See Richmond's climate twins. Or jump straight to the full climate profile.