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Richmond Weather in December
Richmond in December averages 30°C (86°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
Rainfall in Richmond in December
Past climate data indicates that roughly 5 days will see rain, totalling around 41 mm (1.6 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.
Temperature in Richmond in December
Daytime highs in Richmond in December reach 30°C (86°F), with nights around 14°C (57°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Richmond. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Richmond Temperature in December
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
41 mm (1.6 in)
Rainy days
5 days
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Richmond in December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Richmond in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
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Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Richmond 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in December
Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Pretoria
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27°C (81°F) Hermanus
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