Richmond weather in October
October in Richmond: nice, rainy, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.
#3 of 12 months in Richmond · #198 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 87/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Richmond climate normals — October
| Daytime high | 22°C / 72°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 13°C / 55°F | |
| Rainfall | 88 mm / 3.5 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 7 days | |
| Humidity | 69% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 9°C / 49°F | |
| Sunshine | 7.5 h/day | |
| Daylight | 11.2 h | |
| Wind | 14 km/h / 9 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 37 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Richmond in October — FAQ
- Is October a good time to visit Richmond?
- October in Richmond: nice, rainy, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #3 of 12 months for Richmond on SeasonMap's comfort score (87/100).
- What is the weather like in Richmond in October?
- In October, Richmond averages a daily high of 22°C and a low of 12.7°C, with about 88.4 mm of rain over roughly 7 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Richmond in October?
- Richmond has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 37 in October.