Richmond in October
October in Richmond is peak spring, and the weather reflects it. You're looking at average daily highs of 24.2 degrees.
Daytime highs average 24.2 degrees, dropping to 11.9 degrees overnight. That's a 12-degree swing between day and night. That's solidly pleasant territory. Great for being outdoors.
October's temperature is very close to the annual average for Richmond.
Rainfall in October averages 59mm 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, October delivers around 19.5 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the very high category. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
Our Comfort Score rates October at 10.0/10. That's about as good as it gets.
For your suitcase: a mix of short and long sleeves, something warmer for mornings and evenings, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in October.
October at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in October. 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 October in Richmond stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 8 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 5 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How October Compares
Richmond's monthly climate at a glance. October 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 |