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

Curious about the October weather in Richmond? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Richmond the weather in October is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 22°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Richmond in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 221 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, October is one of the better months to visit Richmond. April and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Richmond, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 73%  

Sunshine 221 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 October?

For visitors traveling to Richmond, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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