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Richmond in June
Richmond warms up: highs climb to 87°F (30°C), from 78°F in May, with lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (113 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What June feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (30°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 65°F (18°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.4 in (113 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around June
June sits mid-table; the best months are April and October.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 35 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 77/100 in May to 69/100.
- Our Williamsburg & Richmond route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — June falls outside it.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Richmond in June
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Richmond brewery whose seasonal Gingerbread Stout, brewed with local ginger and honey, arrives each winter.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Free-admission art museum with Faberge eggs, American paintings and a large sculpture garden.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Carytown
Nine blocks of independent shops, cafes and the 1928 Byrd Theatre along West Cary Street.
Mama J's Kitchen
Jackson Ward soul food restaurant known for fried chicken, catfish and candied yams.
Maymont
Gilded Age estate on the James River with gardens, wildlife habitats and the Dooley Mansion, decorated for the holidays.
Why now June scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in June
- Williamsburg in June~44 mi · highs 86°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Shenandoah in June~85 mi · highs 77°F, 4.3 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in June~97 mi · highs 83°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Corolla in June~120 mi · highs 76°F, 4.1 in rain · 6°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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Richmond?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are April and October, at up to 86. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain.
How hot is Richmond in June?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Richmond in June?
Some: about 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.5 in (1182 mm).
What should I pack for Richmond in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Richmond in June?
Share this June plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.