Richmond, IL has a humid continental climate, characterized by four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid with temperatures typically reaching the mid-80s, while winters are cold and snowy with temperatures occasionally reaching 0 degrees Fahrenheit. The area receives an average of 42 inches of precipitation each year spread out throughout the year. Snowfall averages 28 inches annually. Richmond experiences a wide range of weather conditions, so it's important to be prepared for anything when visiting the area!
Richmond, Illinois gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Richmond averages 43 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 188 sunny days per year in Richmond. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Richmond gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 123 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 14
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 43 inches of snow a year