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Richmond, Virginia

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Richmond climate

Richmond's comfortable middle season is framed by humid summers and a real winter

Richmond's published climate display shows an average summer high of 90°F, about 57 days above 90°F, an average winter low of 32°F, and about 71 days below freezing. Humidity is 76 percent, five months are listed as comfortable, and April, May, June, September, and October are the best months. January, February, and December are the toughest months.

Allergy levels are Poor, heat risk is Moderate, drought risk is Low to Medium with a displayed range of 0.2 to 0.4, and weather volatility is Moderate. The long term fine particle row is labeled Good at 6.7 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 modeled average. These summaries help with planning, but a home, a season, and a person's comfort can differ.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Moderate

2.5 / 5

Average Summer High
90°F

Hot · 90°F

Days Above 90°F
57 days/year

Good

Summer Feel
Very Good

3.4 / 5

Average Winter Low
32°F / 0°C

Fair

Days Below Freezing
71 days/year

Good

Winter Feel
Moderate

1.9 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
76%

Good

Comfortable Months
5 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1582 peak sun hrs/yr

Poor

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Poor

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
6.7 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 6.7 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Toughest Months
Jan, Feb, Dec
Heat Risk
Moderate

Good

Drought Risk
Low - Medium (0.2-0.4)
Weather Volatility
Moderate

3.1 / 5

Richmond in everyday life

Could Richmond work for you?

What may work well

  • Five months are listed as comfortable, with April, May, June, September, and October among the best months.
  • Spring and fall give the river, parks, arts, and errands a broad outdoor window.
  • The long term fine particle row is labeled Good at 6.7 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 modeled average.
  • Museums, arts, libraries, and community spaces provide indoor choices when weather or allergies change the day.

What to think about

  • An average summer high of 90°F, 57 days above 90°F, and 76 percent humidity can limit afternoon plans.
  • An average winter low of 32°F and 71 days below freezing make heating, stairs, sidewalks, and route planning important.
  • Poor allergy levels can affect outdoor time for some households.
  • Climate and modeled air summaries cannot describe one home's comfort or personal exposure.

Plan around Richmond's shoulder seasons

  1. Visit in winter and summer

    Spend time in Richmond during freezing weather and humid heat when possible. Notice heating, cooling, pollen, parking, walking, river routes, and the trip home.

  2. Price seasonal home needs

    Ask about heating, cooling, insulation, windows, ventilation, insurance, maintenance, drainage, and the energy cost of keeping the home comfortable.

  3. Choose indoor alternatives

    Identify museums, cultural arts, libraries, community centers, meals, care options, and home activities for allergy, rain, cold, or hot days.

  4. Use the climate labels carefully

    Treat the displayed allergy, heat, drought, volatility, and modeled air labels as planning references, then compare them with the household's actual comfort and health needs.

Questions retirees ask

What are Richmond's typical summer and winter temperatures?

The average summer high is 90°F and the average winter low is 32°F. The display shows about 57 days above 90°F and 71 days below freezing, while humidity, heating, cooling, and the home affect comfort.

How many comfortable months does Richmond have?

The published climate display lists five comfortable months. April, May, June, September, and October are the best months, while January, February, and December are the toughest.

Is Richmond humid and does pollen matter?

Humidity is shown as 76 percent and allergy levels are labeled Poor. Ask about cooling, ventilation, windows, filtration, shade, and indoor options for days when outdoor air is less comfortable.

What are Richmond winters like?

The average winter low is 32°F, with about 71 days below freezing. Heating, pipes, stairs, handrails, sidewalks, parking, and the route to care deserve attention before choosing a home.

What does the modeled air quality figure mean?

The long term fine particle row is labeled Good at 6.7 micrograms per cubic meter for the 2021 to 2025 modeled average. It is a planning reference, not a current street reading or a personal exposure guarantee.

Richmond may fit a retiree who wants a broad spring and fall outdoor season and is prepared for humid summers, pollen, freezing days, and a home that works indoors. Compare the seasons at the address, then use Save, Compare, or Find my fit.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

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