Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Richmond in April
Richmond warms up: highs climb to 69°F (20°C), from 57°F in March, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 85/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 69°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (90 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What April feels like
Days are mild at around 69°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (90 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April is one of Richmond's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and October.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by May, the score drops to 77/100.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 6°C (11°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in March to 85/100.
- Our Williamsburg & Richmond route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — April falls outside it.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Richmond in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond brewery whose seasonal Gingerbread Stout, brewed with local ginger and honey, arrives each winter.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Free-admission art museum with Faberge eggs, American paintings and a large sculpture garden.
GardenFest of Lights
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden's winter light show, with lit gardens, model trains and a glowing conservatory.
Why now April scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Carytown
Nine blocks of independent shops, cafes and the 1928 Byrd Theatre along West Cary Street.
Virginia State Capitol
Capitol designed by Thomas Jefferson after a Roman temple, with free guided tours.
Nearby in April
- Williamsburg in April~44 mi · highs 68°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Shenandoah in April~85 mi · highs 60°F, 3.7 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in April~97 mi · highs 65°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Corolla in April~120 mi · highs 59°F, 3.4 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Richmond in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Richmond?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 69°F (20°C) and 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain.
How hot is Richmond in April?
Average highs are 69°F (20°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Richmond in April?
Some: about 3.5 in (90 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.5 in (1182 mm).
What should I pack for Richmond in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Richmond in April?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.