Richmond (IN) Climate by Month
Richmond experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to very cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Richmond is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold 2°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -8°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Richmond has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1141 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 128 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 65 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
In Richmond, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Richmond.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Richmond in the United States of America
During the months of May and September 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 128 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 65 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 298 hours of sunshine.
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