Averages for Athens in July

Weather lowdown
Although summer in Athens began in June, on average the weather reaches its highest temperatures in July.
The average temperature this month is 27C (81F), while the average low is a warm 22C (72F), and the average
high is a stifling 32C (90F). The weather in July stays relatively constant throughout the month. July begins with lots
of sun, no threat of rain, and an average daily temperature of 25C (77F). The middle of the month continues to
produce sunny days with no rain, and an increase of the average daily temperature to 27C (81C). The end of July
brings weather that is the same for the middle of the month. The lowest ever recorded temperature in Athens in July
is 16C (61F), while the highest ever recorded temperature is 42C (108F).
Just as the two months prior to it, July sees the highest average of daily sunshine in Athens for the year at 10 hours.
The warm temperatures and high amount of sun create good conditions for visiting the beach, which is a popular
activity this month. A miniscule amount of rain also makes for good beach days, and in July theaverage rainfall is just
10mm, happening over the course of only one day.
Another reason beaches are so popular in July is because of the increased temperature of the sea. Theaverage sea
temperature this month is 24C (75F), which is considered warm by all, even for extended periods in the water.
Although the temperatures reach their peak in July, they fortunately are not accompanied by an increase in humidity.
The average humidity this month is just 50%, which is comfortable and unnoticeable, although temperatures this
month can be hot enough on their own to create discomfort. There is also an average of zero snow/fog days in July.

Averages for Santorini in July

Weather lowdown
July is one of the busiest months of the year in Santorini, Greece, when families and couples alike visit the island for
their summer holidays. During this month, the temperatures are high, sunshine is almost guaranteed every day and
the chance of rainfall is incredibly low. If youre flexible and can travel outside the summer holidays, youre best off
visiting at the start of the month when prices and crowds will be at their smallest.
In July, the average temperature for Santorini begins at 26C on July 1st and gradually increases until it reaches 27C
by July 31st. Daily highs and daily lows change in the same way, rising from 29C to 30C and from 23C to 24C,
respectively, as the month develops.
With average temperatures as warm as this, you can safely leave your coats and jackets at warm. Youll need plenty
of light and airy clothing, beachwear and swimming gear for the daytime and will probably get away with similar
clothing on an evening, with the addition of a thin jumper or cardigan just in case the weather is cooler than expected.
Whatever the weather forecast is, make sure you pack a hat, pair of sunglasses and some suntan cream to avoid
heatstroke and sunburn.
Even though it only occurs on rare occasions, temperatures have been known to rise above 33C and fall below 21C
in Santorini in July. In recent times, the hottest July day ever recorded in Santorini saw temperatures rise up to 39C.
On the other hand, the coldest July day ever recorded on the island saw temperatures drop down to 18C.
Across the month, Santorini is subject to an average of 7.1mm of rainfall which falls on an average of one rainy day.
With such a tiny amount of precipitation only making an appearance on one day of the month, you probably wont
experience even a drop of the wet stuff during your holiday.
The likelihood of precipitation falling on an average day in July drops as the month develops. Rainfall is most likely to
occur around July 1st when it falls on 1.8% of days, whilst rainfall is least likely to occur around July 31 st when it falls
on 0.8% of days. The most likely types of rainfall you can expect to experience during your holiday in Santorini are
thunderstorms and light rain.
Throughout the month, Santorini enjoys an average of 14 hours of sunshine every day thats one hour more each
day than in June. With so many hours of sunshine to take advantage of each day, youll have loads of opportunities to
get to know the island and work on your tan by the pool or at the beach.
If you do plan to hit the beach during your holiday in Santorini, youll be pleased to hear that the average sea water
temperature for the beaches around the island during this month is 24C thats significantly warmer than the
previous month. With waters this warm, youll be able to enjoy as much swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling and
water sport activities as you wish.
Across the month, the length of the day in Santorini is slowly decreasing, with a difference of 35 minutes between the
beginning and the end of the month. July 31st is the shortest day of the month with 14:01 hours of daylight, whilst the
longest day of the month is July 1st with 14:36 hours of daylight.
Throughout July, the relative humidity for Santorini ranges from 44% (comfortable) up to 78% (humid), rarely falling
below 33% (comfortable) or rising above 90% (very humid). On average, the most humid day of the month is July
31st, when the average daily humidity exceeds 70% three days out of every four. At the other end of the scale, the
least humid day is often around July 1st, when the average daily humidity falls below 50% three days out of every
four.
In July, typical wind speeds in Santorini fluctuate between 2 m/s (light breeze) and 9 m/s (fresh breeze), almost never
rising above 12 m/s (strong breeze). The highest average wind speed of 6 m/s (moderate breeze) occurs around July
13th when the average daily maximum is 9 m/s. On the other hand, the lowest average wind speed of 6 m/s happens
around July 3rd, when the average daily maximum is 9 m/s.
Averages for Kotor in July
Its a midsummers nights dream here in Kotor during the month of July. The average temperature soars to a
beautiful 26C (79F), with nights crisp and breezy at a comfortable 18C (64F). The hotter days are expected to
reach a glorious 31C (88F), making the weather perfect for a holiday in Montenegro. The humidity is at its lowest at
47% on average, keeping the air dry and a positive dew point which makes mornings by the shore an absolutely
enchanting experience.
The days are long as well, experiencing up to 10 hours of uninterrupted sunshine and clear blue skies. Wind speeds
are high though, at an average of 74kmh, and most of them southern currents sneaking into the bay all the way from
the other side of the Adriatic Sea. Chances of rain are ridiculously low, making July one of the driest months of the
year with just 24mm of rainfall expected over a cumulated 5 days. This easily translates into an abundance of clear
skies, sunshine galore and just an occasional shower every other week. Given that this is still a coastal resort on the
Kotor Riviera, the whims of the bay area climate can still be felt but nothing to even worry about, so enjoy the
bathing suits and short sleeves, nows the perfect time to don these garments.
The sea temperature is a wonderful 24C (76F), easily warmed up by the low depth provided by Kotors natural
topography. Sub-tropical undercurrents sneak into the bay during this time of the year, making the waters not only
crystalline, but also splendid for all kinds of marine activities, from swimming to deep diving and snorkelling. Be
careful with your skin though, and dont disregard the SPF lotions, as the sun may be deceiving despite the
moderately high temperatures.

Averages for Sicily in July

Weather lowdown
The weather in Sicily in July is glorious with long, hot, sunny days and balmy evenings, much like in Taormina. During
this month, temperatures can reach a scorching 29C during the day, so make sure you bring plenty of suntan lotion
with you. The evenings cool slightly to 21C, which is ideal for enjoying a leisurely pre-dinner stroll.

Averages for Naples in July

If one word could sum up July in Naples, it would be hot!
July is the hottest month of the year in Naples, and it is also the month which experiences the most in the way
of sunshine hours. For anyone who loves summer explorations in beautiful cities, then July is the month to go, with
an average temperature of around 25C, which easily reaches a blistering 30C as an average high. Evenings drop to
a pleasant 19C, which means air conditioning is definite must for a good nights rest.
You can expect to see the sun for a massive 10 hours per day on average, and very little in the way of rain, with
around 30mm throughout the month, affecting only 4 days on average. Naples is dry, hot, and busy during July. The
good news however is that the Mediterranean Sea is certainly temperate for a summer cool down, with a wonderfully
warm average temperature of around 26C, so an early morning or afternoon swim could be just the ticket.

Averages for Barcelona in July

Weather lowdown

If you want to enjoy a summer holiday that will give you plenty of sunshine and warm weather, July is a great time to
visit Barcelona.

Barcelona is jam packed with tourists during the month of July. It is the perfect weather to enjoy water sports activities
and sunbathing. It is the perfect time to enjoy the sea, as the average temperature is expected to be at 23C. A dip in
the sea can be a great way to cool off after spending time in the heat.

The average daytime temperatures generally hover around 27C (that is about 81F) whereas the average minimum
temperatures tend to drop down to 19C (that is about 66F).

July is essentially characterized by gradually rising daily high temperatures, where average maximum temperatures
can exceed a sweltering 30C (86F) one day in ten. Barcelona is also often prone to heat waves in July and August,
so make sure to stay in the shade and keep topped up with plenty of water, as excessive heat can cause dehydration
and exhaustion.
Over the course of July, the length of day is actually starting to slowly decrease, however, it definitely wont affect
your holiday as the shortest day of the month is July 31 st and there are still on average 14:23 hours of daylight, while
the longest day is July 1st with 15:06 hours of daylight. The amount of sunshine hours are also very high at this time
of year at 11 hours per day thats the same as June and August.
Rainfall is very low at this time of the year. The average probability that some form of precipitation will be observed in
a given day is only 22%! In July you can expect only 20mm of rainfall, spread over just four days, throughout the
whole month. Thats quite a significant decrease compared to November, where you can expect to experience 70mm
of rainfall on average. Throughout this month, the most common forms of precipitation are moderate rain,
thunderstorms, drizzle and light rain.
The sky is also very clear at this time of year so you can expect little to no cloud cover. During July the median cloud
cover is only 31% and does not vary substantially over the course of the month. On July 16 th, a representative day,
the sky is clear or mostly clear 58% of the time and only partly cloudy 24% of the time.
Furthermore, humidity during July typically fluctuates between a mildly humid 56% and a very humid 91%, rarely
dropping below a comfortable 42% or reaching as high as 100%. On average, the air is driest around July 14 th, at
which time the relative humidity can drop below a mildly humid 63% three days out of four, while the air is most humid
around July 1st, where it can rise above 87% three days out of four.
During July typical wind speeds vary from 0 m/s to a moderate breeze of 7 m/s, rarely exceeding 9 m/s. The highest
average wind speed of 3 m/s usually occurs around July 1 st, when the average daily maximum wind speed is also 6
m/s. At this time of year the wind is most often coming from the north, followed closely by the south west.

Make sure that you carry a decent sun cream on you at all times, though, as the sun's rays can be strong and cause
sun burn if you are not adequately protected. Also be sure to keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

It's also a great idea to take a dip in the sea at this time of year as the sea temperature on average is 24C that's
only 4C cooler compared to August where the sea temperature can reach 26C.