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For July sun, the short-haul pick is Bordeaux, France (27°C + 8 hours of sun), or fly long-haul to Niagara Falls, USA for 10 hours of sun a day. July is Europe at full throttle. Spain, Greece and Italy top 32-34°C, with islands catching breezes and seas made for swimming. Egypt and Mexico turn the heat up past 34°C, while the Atlantic coast brings cooler 22-24°C relief. Beyond beaches, Machu Picchu gleams under clear 20°C days, and Kenya's savannahs thrive during safari season. July is a month for both crowd-pleasers and bucket-list adventures that reward the effort.

700 Matching Spots
Tenerife (Canary Islands) ⋅ Spain 🇪🇸
From black-sand beaches to Mount Teide, Tenerife mixes nature and nightlife - a Canary Island full of contrast, with resorts, wild trails, and year-round sunshine.

In July, Tenerife (Canary Islands) serves up 28°C days with sun-drenched days and nights that stay warm.

Daytime High 28°C Night 21°C Sunshine 11h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Cannes (French Riviera) ⋅ France 🇫🇷
Glamorous and sun-soaked, Cannes offers luxury boutiques, film festival buzz, and Mediterranean beaches - a chic escape full of palm-lined promenades and Cote d'Azur elegance.

July in Cannes (French Riviera) brings 28°C afternoons, no-jacket evenings and wall-to-wall sunshine.

Daytime High 28°C Night 21°C Sunshine 12h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Crete (Heraklion) ⋅ Greece 🇬🇷
Greece's largest island offers ancient palaces, rugged gorges, and beach resorts - with Heraklion as a cultural hub for exploring mythology, mountain villages, and Minoan heritage.

Expect 29°C afternoons in Crete (Heraklion) this July, with no-jacket evenings and sunshine from dawn to dusk.

Daytime High 29°C Night 23°C Sunshine 13h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
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Rome ⋅ Italy 🇮🇹
The Colosseum stands proud in Rome, a 2,000-year-old amphitheatre where gladiators once fought - still echoing with the grandeur of ancient Rome's empire and timeless architectural mastery.

July in Rome brings 31°C afternoons, relentless sunshine and hardly any wind.

Daytime High 31°C Night 19°C Sunshine 12h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Istanbul ⋅ Turkey 🇹🇷
Spanning two continents, Istanbul blends mosques, bazaars, and skyline views - a city where ancient empires, river ferries, and modern life all come together in unforgettable style.

In July, Istanbul serves up 30°C days with relentless sunshine and rain a rare event.

Daytime High 30°C Night 21°C Sunshine 11h Wind Light Rainfall Dry
Lisbon ⋅ Portugal 🇵🇹
Hilltop vistas, azulejo-clad streets and waterfront vibes make Lisbon perfect for city breaks with easy day trips to Sintra and Cascais.

Expect 28°C afternoons in Lisbon this July, with gently cooling nights and blazing blue skies.

Daytime High 28°C Night 18°C Sunshine 12h Wind Light Rainfall Dry
Agadir ⋅ Morocco 🇲🇦
Morocco's Atlantic beach city blends sun, surf, and relaxed seaside promenades with modern resorts and the scent of argan oil in the coastal air.

Agadir in July: 28°C afternoons, long hours of sunshine and hardly any rain.

Daytime High 28°C Night 20°C Sunshine 8h Wind Light Rainfall Dry
Naples ⋅ Italy 🇮🇹
A city of intensity and passion, Naples serves up archaeology, pizza, and sea views - the gateway to Pompeii, Capri, and the raw soul of southern Italy.

Naples in July: 29°C afternoons, wall-to-wall sunshine and nights that stay warm.

Daytime High 29°C Night 24°C Sunshine 12h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Anaheim (Disneyland) ⋅ United States of America 🇺🇸
Home to Disneyland Resort, Anaheim offers sunny theme-park fun, vibrant dining, nearby beaches and a relaxed Southern California lifestyle.

A typical July day in Anaheim (Disneyland) hits 29°C, with blazing blue skies and hardly any rain.

Daytime High 29°C Night 19°C Sunshine 10h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Niagara Falls ⋅ Canada 🇨🇦
Niagara Falls repeats the wonder - thundering torrents, boat rides, and buzzing tourist towns. Iconic and exhilarating, it's a bucket-list classic full of spray and spectacle.

Niagara Falls in July: 28°C afternoons, a few showers rolling through and mild evenings.

Daytime High 28°C Night 18°C Sunshine 10h Wind Calm Rainfall Showers
Ljubljana ⋅ Slovenia 🇸🇮
A compact capital full of bridges, baroque facades, and youthful energy, Ljubljana blends old-town charm with riverside cafes and a green, walkable atmosphere perfect for relaxed city breaks.

Expect 28°C afternoons in Ljubljana this July, with a few showers rolling through and mild evenings.

Daytime High 28°C Night 16°C Sunshine 11h Wind Calm Rainfall Showers
Bali ⋅ Indonesia 🇮🇩
With lush jungles, surf beaches, temples, and a spiritual pulse, Bali is Southeast Asia's most beloved island escape - equally suited for party-goers, yogis, or luxury travellers.

A typical July day in Bali hits 29°C, with wonderfully calm air and almost no rain to speak of.

Daytime High 29°C Night 24°C Sunshine 9h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Wonder Finalist
Athens ⋅ Greece 🇬🇷
Athens blends ancient and modern beneath the Acropolis - marble ruins, Byzantine churches, and buzzing tavernas create a city where Western civilisation's roots meet Mediterranean street life.

A typical July day in Athens hits 34°C, with sunshine from dawn to dusk and hardly any rain.

Daytime High 34°C Night 24°C Sunshine 13h Wind Calm Rainfall Dry
Berlin ⋅ Germany 🇩🇪
A city of layers and contrasts, Berlin blends cutting-edge art, powerful history, and vibrant nightlife - where every street corner tells a story, and freedom pulses through modern culture.

Berlin in July: 25°C afternoons, pleasant 16°C evenings and reliable sunshine.

Daytime High 25°C Night 16°C Sunshine 8h Wind Light Rainfall Showers
Mahe ⋅ Seychelles 🇸🇨
The largest island in Seychelles, Mahe combines lush jungle trails, idyllic beaches, vibrant Creole culture, and easy access to island hopping and local cuisine.

In July, Mahe serves up 29°C days with generous helpings of sun and a pleasant cooling breeze.

Daytime High 29°C Night 24°C Sunshine 8h Wind Breezy Rainfall Showers
Cairo ⋅ Egypt 🇪🇬
From the majestic Pyramids of Giza to the bustling Khan El Khalili bazaar, Cairo brims with ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and an electric mix of history and modern life.

Expect 35°C afternoons in Cairo this July, with sun-drenched days and hardly any rain.

Daytime High 35°C Night 24°C Sunshine 12h Wind Light Rainfall Dry
Paphos ⋅ Cyprus 🇨🇾
A blend of beach resorts and ancient sites, Paphos offers mythology, mosaics, and Mediterranean sun - ideal for relaxed holidays with culture, seaside charm, and history in every direction.

Paphos in July: 33°C afternoons, nights that stay warm and sun-drenched days.

Daytime High 33°C Night 22°C Sunshine 13h Wind Light Rainfall Dry
Kampala ⋅ Uganda 🇺🇬
Kampala is Uganda's energetic heart - market chaos, leafy hills, and nightlife buzz. A lively lakeside capital where tradition, traffic, and talent collide.

A typical July day in Kampala hits 26°C, with only the odd shower and still, calm air.

Daytime High 26°C Night 17°C Sunshine 7h Wind Calm Rainfall Fair
Accra ⋅ Ghana 🇬🇭
Accra buzzes with Ghanaian rhythm, street eats, and Atlantic air. A coastal capital where tradition meets tech and history lives in forts and murals.

Expect 29°C afternoons in Accra this July, with a decent dose of sun and little rain to worry about.

Daytime High 29°C Night 24°C Sunshine 5h Wind Calm Rainfall Fair
Vilnius ⋅ Lithuania 🇱🇹
Vilnius is moody and underrated. Gothic, Baroque, and Soviet scars intermingle in this Baltic capital where quirky art and grey beauty charm curious travellers.

Expect 24°C afternoons in Vilnius this July, with a cool 14°C after dark and reliable sunshine.

Daytime High 24°C Night 14°C Sunshine 9h Wind Calm Rainfall Showers

Hot Countries in July: Where to Go at Peak Summer

July is peak summer, with long days, warm seas and the widest choice of hot countries all year. Mediterranean coasts often run 28-33°C, with islands catching a breeze and the sea comfortably swimmable, while inland North Africa and parts of the Gulf can be extreme. Prefer milder air? Set a cooler band to surface Atlantic shores, Alpine lakes and the Nordics for 15-24°C and big daylight. Seasonal notes now: the Caribbean is in rainy season, Bali is dry, Thailand's Andaman side is wetter while the Gulf side (Koh Samui) is far drier, and East Africa enters prime safari.

Full summer choice – warm seas, island breeze or long cool days up north.

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Your July sun questions, answered

North Africa and parts of the Gulf can exceed 35–40°C. Mexico’s Caribbean side often sees 30–33°C with humidity. Inland Spain can spike very hot; coastal Europe sits lower with breeze.

Greek islands, Cyprus and much of Turkey often run 28–32°C with sea 24–27°C. The Balearics and southern Spain trend mid to high-20s. The Canary Islands are a steadier 25–27°C with trade winds.

Try Norway’s fjords, Iceland, Scotland, the Azores, northern Spain’s Atlantic coast or Alpine lakes. Set a cooler band on the temperature slider, then sort by flight time for close, light-jumper weather.

Atlantic hurricane season runs now, so the Caribbean and Gulf coasts are more humid with showers. Thailand’s Andaman side is wetter, while Koh Samui and the Gulf are drier. Indonesia, incl. Bali, is in dry season. Japan and parts of East Asia can be hot and humid.

July is peak pricing across most of Europe once schools break up, but value survives: Bulgaria and Turkey undercut the western Med, Tunisia and Morocco run hot for less, and early July prices better than August. Midweek flights, secondary airports and less obvious islands all help.

Yes. East Africa’s classic dry season starts, with Kenya and Tanzania popular. Peru’s Andes are in their dry season for Machu Picchu. Mediterranean sailing is prime but can be windy in the Aegean.

Drag to 15–22°C, set rainfall to lower, then filter by flight time. Our “Mild & Wild” and “Chill Thrills” quick picks surface breezy coasts, lakes and highland escapes.
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