Richmond weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Richmond, British Columbia in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Richmond averages 17°C by day and 9°C at night. The wettest month is usually December.

May in Richmond averages a daytime high of 17°C and an overnight low of 9°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Richmond sees roughly 1586 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Richmond forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Richmond weather by month

what to expect in Richmond through the year

Here is Richmond's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Richmond by season.

Jan

6°

1°

Cold

Feb

7°

1°

Cold

Mar

9°

2°

Cool

Apr

11°

4°

Cool

May

17°

9°

Mild

Jun

19°

11°

Mild

Jul

23°

14°

Warm

Aug

23°

14°

Warm

Sep

19°

11°

Mild

Oct

14°

8°

Cool

Nov

9°

4°

Cool

Dec

8°

3°

Cool

Wettest

Common questions

How warm is Richmond in May?

Richmond averages a daytime high of 17°C in May, with overnight lows around 9°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.

Is May a good time to visit Richmond?

The most comfortable time to visit Richmond is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.

Does it rain a lot in Richmond in May?

The wettest month in Richmond is usually December. Across the year the city sees roughly 1586 mm of precipitation.

Richmond in other months

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