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Richmond, VA Weather on April 9
Richmond VA on April 9: Record heat of 92°F towers over typical spring day
April 9 in Richmond typically offers mild spring conditions with an average high of 66°F and low of 43°F. However, the date's 55-year record tells a tale of extreme volatility, ranging from a scorching 92°F in 2001 to a hard freeze at 27°F in 1972. This 65-degree swing underscores how unpredictable Virginia's weather can be during the shoulder season, when summer heat can arrive suddenly or frost can linger.
What to Expect on April 9
Planning for April 9th in Richmond, VA? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 9 ever in Richmond?
The warmest April 9 in Richmond, VA reached 92°F in 2001. That is 26°F above the long-term average high of 66°F.
What was the coldest April 9 ever in Richmond?
The coldest April 9 in Richmond, VA dropped to 27°F in 1972. That is 16°F below the long-term average low of 43°F.
What is the average temperature on April 9 in Richmond?
On April 9, Richmond averages a high of 66°F and a low of 43°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from RICHMOND INTL AP.
How many years of weather data are available for April 9 in Richmond?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 9 in Richmond, VA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 9 Weather History in Richmond
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 55°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 78°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 61°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 58°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 55°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 2020 | 78°F | 50°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2019 | 76°F | 62°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2018 | 52°F | 38°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2017 | 74°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 52°F | 33°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2015 | 56°F | 47°F | 1.63" | -- |
| 2014 | 69°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 87°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 74°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 57°F | 45°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2010 | 66°F | 43°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2009 | 66°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 71°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 53°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 59°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 66°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 71°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 43°F | 39°F | 1.85" | -- |
| 2002 | 77°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 92°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 59°F | 38°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1999 | 86°F | 52°F | 1.98" | -- |
| 1998 | 72°F | 50°F | 2.64" | -- |
| 1997 | 53°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 42°F | 37°F | 0.84" | -- |
| 1995 | 85°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 72°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 64°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 77°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 87°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 66°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 63°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 58°F | 45°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1985 | 49°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 53°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 65°F | 52°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1982 | 57°F | 34°F | 0.61" | 0.2" |
| 1981 | 65°F | 56°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1980 | 82°F | 59°F | 2.44" | -- |
| 1979 | 68°F | 44°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 1978 | 69°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 56°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 55°F | 34°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1975 | 65°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 57°F | 39°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1973 | 64°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 52°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 79°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: RICHMOND INTL AP
How Has April 9 Changed?
Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Richmond, VA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.