Richmond in April
Great time to visit
April is Richmond at its most gorgeous with perfect weather and blooming flowers everywhere. Expect crowds and higher prices, but it's worth it for the spectacular scenery.
Weather
April delivers Richmond's famous spring beauty with dogwoods and azaleas in full bloom. Temperatures become genuinely pleasant, though occasional cool snaps remind you winter isn't far behind. Rain showers are common but brief.
21°C high9°C low8 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$165/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Richmond Folk Festival
- •Easter events
- •Monument Avenue 10K
April Tips
- •Book accommodations 2 months ahead - this is peak spring season
- •Bring layers as evenings can still be cool
- •Walking tours fill up fast during bloom season
All Months
April and May offer perfect weather and blooming dogwoods throughout the city. September and October bring comfortable temperatures and fall colors along the James River. Summer gets sticky — July and August see temperatures in the 90s with humidity that makes walking feel like swimming. But summer also means outdoor concerts at Maymont Park and river activities. Winter rarely sees snow, but January and February feel gray and damp. Spring comes early here, usually by mid-March. Fall festivals happen throughout October, including the Richmond Folk Festival and Oktoberfest celebrations. Hotel prices peak during VCU graduation in May and when the Richmond Marathon takes over downtown in November. The sweet spot? Late April through early June, then September through mid-November. You'll get good weather without the summer crowds or winter dreariness.
Richmond Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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