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

How is the weather in Richmond in July? This guide provides all the details you need.

In July, Richmond generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. July is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Richmond in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

With around 302 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April and October typically offer 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 July

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 74%  

Sunshine 302 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 66%  

Where to go in the United States of America in July

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Richmond in July?

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 in July.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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