Richmond in February
Planning a trip to Richmond in February? Here's the honest weather briefing for what summer looks like on the ground.
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.
At 29.1 degrees, February runs 5.0 degrees above Richmond's annual average of 24.1 degrees.
You're looking at 70mm of rain across 11 days in a typical February. A decent amount, but not relentless.
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.
February scores a respectable 6.4/10 for overall comfort.
Packing tip: bring t-shirts with a light layer for evenings, waterproof gear, and SPF 50+ sunscreen and a hat.
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
- Comfortable casual wear suitable for warm days
- 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 |