A warm, sunny Friday ahead in Richmond — 24°C with very little rain
19 July 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
After a run of particularly hot days, Friday brings a slightly more comfortable kind of summer weather to Richmond: wall-to-wall sunshine, a high of 24°C and a barely-there 4% chance of rain, according to the Met Office forecast.
The UV index is a still-significant 8 — firmly in the "very high" band — so sunscreen is worth applying even for a short lunchtime stroll. The overnight low drops to a more restful 14°C, which should make sleeping easier than during this week's hotter nights.
With Richmond's parks and the riverside in excellent shape following the recent record Green Flag Award wins, today is a good opportunity to make the most of the outdoor spaces. Kew Gardens, Richmond Park and the Thames towpath are all well-placed for a Friday afternoon in the sun.
Sunscreen of at least SPF 30 is recommended for anyone spending extended time outside, and as ever during warm spells, keeping hydrated is advisable — particularly for children and older residents.