Richardson (TX) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Richardson can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very hot during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Richardson can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 36°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 13°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 2°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Richardson is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1037 mm. Richardson can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 144 mm of precipitation over 11 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 53 mm of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Richardson Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Richardson can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Richardson.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 70%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Richardson in the United States of America
During the months of March, April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 144 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 53 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 333 hours of sunshine.
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