Richmond in April
So, what's Richmond actually like in April? In a word: lovely. It's autumn, and the days are averaging 23.4 degrees.
The average daily maximum is 23.4 degrees with overnight lows of 12.4 degrees. That's solidly pleasant territory. Great for being outdoors.
April's temperature is very close to the annual average for Richmond.
Rainfall in April averages 154mm over about 8 days. That means roughly a 27% chance of rain on any given day, decent odds for a dry day.
Sunshine-wise, April delivers around 14.1 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the high category. Sun protection is still a good idea, especially around midday.
April earns a 8.8/10 on our Comfort Score. This is prime time.
For your suitcase: t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in April.
April at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in April. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- T-shirts and shorts for daytime
- A light rain jacket just in case
Coming From Overseas?
How April in Richmond stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 8 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 5 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 4 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
How April Compares
Richmond's monthly climate at a glance. April is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.2 | 18.9 | 107mm | 6.0 |
| Feb | 29.1 | 18.8 | 70mm | 6.4 |
| Mar | 27.7 | 16.5 | 40mm | 7.7 |
| Apr | 23.4 | 12.4 | 154mm | 8.8 |
| May | 19.3 | 9.9 | 114mm | 5.4 |
| Jun | 16.4 | 6.6 | 103mm | 3.4 |
| Jul | 16.6 | 7.2 | 27mm | 4.5 |
| Aug | 20.3 | 8.7 | 26mm | 7.5 |
| Sep | 23.2 | 9.3 | 41mm | 9.9 |
| Oct | 24.2 | 11.9 | 59mm | 10.0 |
| Nov | 28.0 | 16.2 | 108mm | 7.0 |
| Dec | 31.8 | 17.9 | 66mm | 5.2 |