Richmond
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Richmond month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Richmond are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 20–23°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 23°C), February the coldest (average low 1°C), and November the wettest (about 278 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.5 | 1.4 | 224 | 3.8 |
| February | 6.6 | 0.8 | 137 | 5.2 |
| March | 9.9 | 2.7 | 167 | 6.9 |
| April | 13.0 | 5.4 | 113 | 9.1 |
| May | 17.1 | 9.2 | 70 | 11.3 |
| June | 19.7 | 11.9 | 66 | 12.2 |
| July | 22.8 | 14.2 | 29 | 13.4 |
| August | 23.2 | 14.8 | 36 | 12.2 |
| September | 19.4 | 12.2 | 109 | 9.3 |
| October | 13.6 | 7.7 | 204 | 6.2 |
| November | 9.1 | 4.4 | 278 | 3.9 |
| December | 6.0 | 1.5 | 245 | 3.3 |
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Research updated Wednesday, October 28, 2026Past and future events in Richmond
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- Richmond Municipal Election
Municipal election held on October 17, 2026, resulting in the election of Mayor Rob Howard and new city councillors
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01 · OverviewRichmond, in brief
What is Richmond and where is it located?
Richmond is a city located in Canada, specifically within the province of British Columbia. Situated at coordinates 49.17003 latitude and -123.13683 longitude, this municipality forms part of the region known as Metro Vancouver.
What are the demographic and administrative details of Richmond?
The city supports a recorded population of 209,937 residents. While it functions as a prominent urban centre within British Columbia, it is not designated as a capital city. Geographically positioned within the America/Vancouver timezone, the municipality operates using Canadian currency (CAD). Official communication and documentation reflect the country's linguistic landscape, encompassing en-CA (English), fr-CA (French), and iu languages.
How does Richmond fit into the broader geography of places bearing the same name?
The name Richmond designates numerous distinct locations globally. Beyond the Canadian city in British Columbia, the moniker applies to communities across multiple continents. These include Richmond, California and Richmond, Virginia (the latter serving as the capital city of Virginia) in the United States. Other international counterparts include Richmond, London and Richmond, North Yorkshire in England, Richmond, Victoria in Australia, as well as settlements in New Zealand, South Africa, Jamaica, and Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond
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01 · Q&AWhere is Richmond located and what are its coordinates?
Richmond is situated in Canada at geographic coordinates 49.1700, -123.1368, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Richmond?
Richmond has a recorded population of approximately 209,937 and observes the America/Vancouver time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Richmond?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Richmond include EN-CA, FR-CA, IU, with CAD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Richmond?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Richmond, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.
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