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.
The average daily maximum is 16.6 degrees with overnight lows of 7.2 degrees. Manageable with a decent layer, and you'll warm up by midday.
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.
The Comfort Score is 4.5/10 for July. It's fine, but not the highlight of the calendar.
Packing tip: bring layers you can peel on and off.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Richmond in July with another destination.
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
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- 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 |