Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Richmond in October
Richmond cools off: highs slip to 71°F (21°C), from 82°F in September, with lows of 49°F (10°C) and about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
October opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 71°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What October feels like
Warm afternoons near 71°F (21°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Lows average 49°F (10°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (100 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is one of Richmond's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 58°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April and October.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 78/100.
- Comfort improves from 77/100 in September to 86/100.
- Our Williamsburg & Richmond route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — October falls outside it.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Richmond in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
GardenFest of Lights
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden's winter light show, with lit gardens, model trains and a glowing conservatory.
Why now October scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Maymont
Gilded Age estate on the James River with gardens, wildlife habitats and the Dooley Mansion, decorated for the holidays.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Carytown
Nine blocks of independent shops, cafes and the 1928 Byrd Theatre along West Cary Street.
Nearby in October
- Williamsburg in October~44 mi · highs 70°F, 4.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Shenandoah in October~85 mi · highs 61°F, 3.4 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Washington, DC in October~97 mi · highs 68°F, 4.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Corolla in October~120 mi · highs 69°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Richmond?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 71°F (21°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
How hot is Richmond in October?
Average highs are 71°F (21°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Richmond in October?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.5 in (1182 mm).
What should I pack for Richmond in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Richmond in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.