Richmond County Climate
Richmond County, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
58.2°F
Annual Precip
45.2"
Annual Snowfall
11.5"
Extreme Heat Days
44
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,351
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Richmond County
Climate Verdict
Richmond County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 58.2°F, moderately wet with 45.2 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 44 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 11.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 37.6°F. summers are warm — July averages 78.2°F. The 41°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Richmond County closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F, the county experiences 16.219535519125706 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Richmond County Weather
Warm coastal influence and mild winters
With an average annual temperature of 58.2°F, Richmond County is warmer than the national median. The humid climate is typical of the mid-Atlantic coastal plain.
Higher temperatures than the state median
The county's 58.2°F annual average is significantly warmer than the Virginia state average of 55.9°F. It ranks among the warmer jurisdictions in the Commonwealth due to its low elevation.
Lighter snow and steady rainfall
Richmond County sees only 11.5 inches of snow annually, which is much less than the inland mountain counties. Its 45.2 inches of annual rain closely matches the Virginia state average of 45.7 inches.
Steamy summers and relatively mild winters
Summer is intense here with 44 days reaching over 90°F and a July average of 78.2°F. Winters are gentler than elsewhere in the state, with January temperatures staying well above freezing at 37.6°F.
Prioritize cooling and humidity control
High-efficiency air conditioning is a must to combat the 44 extreme heat days each year. Residents can worry less about heavy snow gear, as typical accumulation is light at just 11.5 inches.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.