Average weather for Richmond in April
It's warm in April in Richmond with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 18°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Richmond with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 13°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 14°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Richmond is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In April, there is an average of 381 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Richmond in April |
New York | ||
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Average temperature |
25°C | 17°C | |
Max. temperature |
29°C | 22°C | |
Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
Total precipitation |
381 mm | 81 mm | |
Rainy days |
9 days | 11 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Richmond?
Looking for sun? April isn’t a good month to be in Richmond. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2016, Richmond reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Richmond
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Richmond, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Richmond
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Richmond, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Richmond.
Daily UV index in April in Richmond
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Richmond, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Richmond over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Richmond, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Richmond over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Richmond, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in April for Richmond
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Average weather in Richmond by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Richmond. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.