Weather · February
Richmond weather in February
Average highs of 61°F, lows of 46°F and 4.8 in of rain, from 30 years of weather records.
February is Richmond’s 10th warmest month, with average highs of 61°F and lows of 46°F. That is 3° warmer than January, and 6° below the yearly average high.
- Average high
- 61°F
- Average low
- 46°F
- Precipitation
- 4.8 in
- Wet days
- 9
- Sunrise · sunset
- 6:59 AM · 5:47 PM
What to wear in February
- Mild days: dress in layers, with a light jacket or sweater for mornings and evenings.
- Pack an umbrella or rain jacket: rain or snow falls on about 9 days this month.
What February weather is good for
What’s on in Richmond in February
Guides for this month: Valentine’s Day in Richmond.
See all upcoming events and school days off.
February compared with the months around it
Planning a trip? See the best time to visit Richmond and today’s forecast.
Questions
How hot does it get in Richmond in February?
Average highs are 61°F and average lows 46°F, for a daily mean of 54°F. Individual days run hotter or colder than these 30-year averages.
Does it rain in Richmond in February?
February averages 4.8 in of precipitation over about 9 days with at least 0.01 in. It is the 3rd wettest month of the year.
What time is sunset in Richmond in February?
Around mid-February the sun rises about 6:59 AM and sets about 5:47 PM, for roughly 10.8 hours of daylight.
Is February a good time to visit Richmond?
The mildest months for visiting are July, August, September. February is cool, with Valentine’s Day events.
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Richmond station (2 mi from downtown). Sunrise and sunset are calculated for February 15 at the city’s coordinates.