Halloween in Richmond is getting hotter

• That's on par with the average level of warming seen nationwide during that time frame, the nonprofit says.

Flashback: Low temperatures in the Richmond area on Halloween have ranged from a record low of 23°F in 1936 to 85°F in 1950 with trace amounts of snow one time in 1925, Climate Central reports.

What's next: The National Weather Service says Richmond's weather this Halloween will be sunny with a high of 80°F and a low and nighttime temp of 64°F.

The bottom line: If you're planning to dress as a lifeguard, this is your year.