Richmond in July
July in Richmond is peak winter, and the weather reflects it. You're looking at average daily highs of 16.6 degrees.
Daytime highs average 16.6 degrees, dropping to 7.2 degrees overnight. That's a 9-degree swing between day and night. It's cool but manageable. A jumper handles most of it.
July is 7.5 degrees cooler than Richmond's yearly average.
You're looking at 27mm of rain across 8 days in a typical July. Nothing dramatic.
Sunshine-wise, July delivers around 10.3 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the moderate category. Sunscreen is still wise, especially if you burn easily.
At 4.5/10 on the Comfort Score, July is middle of the road.
For your suitcase: layers you can peel on and off.
Scroll down for the detailed climate data, or explore what nearby cities are like in July.
July at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in July. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Layered clothing for mild to cool conditions
- Extra layers for chilly nights
- A light rain jacket just in case
Coming From Overseas?
How July in Richmond stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 7 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 14 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
About 13 degrees cooler and considerably drier.
How July Compares
Richmond's monthly climate at a glance. July 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 |