Richmond weather, reported by Hugh
The live pet-owner forecast for Richmond, Virginia: walk verdicts, paw-safety context, and a very good weather anchor. Real forecast data, reported with more tail wags than your usual station.
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What Richmond weather usually means for pets
Averages tell you what to plan a wardrobe around. Here is Richmond's typical year with a dog-walk comfort rating for each month, using the same bands as the live verdict above.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Typical midday walk |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.8°F / 9°C | 28.8°F / -2°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| February | 51.6°F / 11°C | 30.4°F / -1°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| March | 59.6°F / 15°C | 37.2°F / 3°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| April | 70.4°F / 21°C | 46.4°F / 8°C | Fine for most dogs |
| May | 77.8°F / 25°C | 55.7°F / 13°C | Caution — shade & water |
| June | 85.6°F / 30°C | 64.5°F / 18°C | Risky — early/late only |
| July | 89.5°F / 32°C | 69.2°F / 21°C | Risky — early/late only |
| August | 87.5°F / 31°C | 67.6°F / 20°C | Risky — early/late only |
| September | 81.2°F / 27°C | 61.1°F / 16°C | Caution — shade & water |
| October | 70.9°F / 22°C | 49°F / 9°C | Fine for most dogs |
| November | 60.4°F / 16°C | 38.8°F / 4°C | Safe — great walk weather |
| December | 51.5°F / 11°C | 32.1°F / 0°C | Safe — great walk weather |
Record high: 107°F / 42°C (August, records since 1887) · Record low: -12°F / -24°C (January, records since 1887) · Average snowfall: 8.8″ a year, peaking in January
Climate data: NOAA 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals (Richmond International Airport).
Richmond weather facts every pet owner should know
- July highs in Richmond average 89.5F, right at the edge of the 90F danger zone for dog walks, and Virginia humidity makes it feel even hotter, so summer walks belong at dawn.
- Richmond's record high is 107F and its record low is -12F, a 119 degree spread, so local dogs need both a hot-weather plan and a cold-snap plan.
- Snow is a minor player here: Richmond averages just 8.8 inches a year, with January's 3.7 inches the peak, so booties see far more use on hot summer pavement than on ice.
- Winters are mild by East Coast standards, with January highs averaging 47.8F, which keeps midday winter walks comfortable for most dogs without heavy gear.
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