Richmond in February
February is right in the heart of summer for Richmond, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 29.1 degrees, dropping to 18.8 degrees overnight. That's a 10-degree swing between day and night. That's solidly pleasant territory. Great for being outdoors.
February is 5.0 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
Rainfall in February averages 70mm over about 11 days. That means roughly a 37% chance of rain on any given day, pack a compact umbrella just in case.
Sunshine-wise, February delivers around 18.1 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the very high category. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
The Comfort Score for February comes in at 6.4/10, solidly pleasant.
For your suitcase: a mix of short and long sleeves, waterproof gear, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in February.
February at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in February. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- T-shirts and shorts for daytime
- A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and sunglasses for UV protection
Coming From Overseas?
How February in Richmond stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 20 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 24 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 18 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
How February Compares
Richmond's monthly climate at a glance. February 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 |