Richmond weather in August (Virginia, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Richmond in August? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Richmond typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Richmond in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 279 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richmond climate page with graphs.

 

Richmond, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 111 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 279 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 66%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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