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Aberdeen in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Aberdeen in July and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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July

Weather in Aberdeen in July 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
July could be a good time to visit Aberdeen, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +17°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in July. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 59 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
59 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Aberdeen has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Aberdeen in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Aberdeen for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in July is +16°C with a maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +9°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +16°C.

Is Aberdeen warm or cold in July?

Aberdeen is typically mild in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +12°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Aberdeen, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Aberdeen in July

Water in Aberdeen in July is Cold. It varies from +11°C to +16°C, with an average of +13°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Aberdeen are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +7°C.

Can you swim in Aberdeen in July?

We would not recommend swimming in Aberdeen in July, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Aberdeen in July

Aberdeen weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+15°C+17°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+1°C+4°C+2°C
Max. temperature
+26°C+29°C+29°C
Rainfall
55 mm59 mm62 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C+13°C+14°C
Humidity
78%79%80%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
121112
Rainy days
161818
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +17°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 55 mm to 59 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Aberdeen in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Aberdeen is gradually decreasing during July, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Aberdeen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 71 mm, with a 71% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Aberdeen wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 40 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Aberdeen?

This is the weather in Aberdeen in July 2023:
1 July
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+17°C
2 July
☀️
+17°C
3 July
🌧️
+15°C
4 July
☁️
+14°C
5 July
🌧️
+14°C
6 July
☁️
+16°C
7 July
☁️
+18°C
8 July
☀️
+19°C
9 July
☁️
+19°C
10 July
☁️
+18°C
11 July
🌧️
+17°C
12 July
☁️
+16°C
13 July
🌧️
+15°C
14 July
☁️
+16°C
15 July
☁️
+16°C
16 July
🌧️
+18°C
17 July
🌧️
+16°C
18 July
☁️
+15°C
19 July
☁️
+15°C
20 July
🌧️
+14°C
21 July
☁️
+15°C
22 July
☁️
+15°C
23 July
☁️
+15°C
24 July
☁️
+14°C
25 July
☁️
+14°C
26 July
☁️
+15°C
27 July
☁️
+15°C
28 July
☁️
+18°C
29 July
☀️
+18°C
30 July
☁️
+18°C
31 July
☀️
+16°C
In July 2023 Aberdeen had 4 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +14°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Aberdeen climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Aberdeen in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+9°C) and the highest in 2022 (+13°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 474 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2002 with 978 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Aberdeen in July:

Is July a good time to visit Aberdeen?

It’s always a good time to visit Aberdeen, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Aberdeen in July?

July has mild temperatures in Aberdeen. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Aberdeen in July?

Swimming in Aberdeen in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Aberdeen rainy in July?

Aberdeen is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Aberdeen in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Aberdeen in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Aberdeen

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Aberdeen, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.