Houston in July usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +34°C and roughly 4 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 12 rainy days with an average precipitation of 109 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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July is usually the wettest month of the year in Houston;
Average weather
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+34°C
Avg. max. temperature
+18°C
Min.
+40°C
Max.
109 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Houston has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Houston in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Houston for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in July is +37°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +40°C during the day and a minimum of +24°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +38°C to +40°C.
Is Houston warm or cold in July?
Houston is typically hot in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +34°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
July is one of the warmest months in Houston, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Houston in July
Houston weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+32°C
+34°C
+34°C
Min. temperature
+12°C
+18°C
+16°C
Max. temperature
+40°C
+40°C
+42°C
Rainfall
119 mm
109 mm
102 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
74%
74%
73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
4
4
4
Cloudy days
6
5
5
Rainy days
12
12
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
July typically has worse weather conditions compared to June.It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +32°C to +34°C during the day.As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 119 mm to 109 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Houston in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Houston is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Houston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 35%, leading to total precipitation of around 55 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 11 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:
Houston wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 122 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Houston?
This is the weather in Houston in July 2023:
1 July
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+38°C
2 July
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+36°C
3 July
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+36°C
4 July
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+34°C
5 July
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+35°C
6 July
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+31°C
7 July
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+32°C
8 July
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+33°C
9 July
🌧️
+36°C
10 July
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+38°C
11 July
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+38°C
12 July
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+38°C
13 July
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+39°C
14 July
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+38°C
15 July
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+39°C
16 July
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+39°C
17 July
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+38°C
18 July
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+38°C
19 July
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+39°C
20 July
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+38°C
21 July
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+38°C
22 July
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+38°C
23 July
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+38°C
24 July
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+37°C
25 July
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+36°C
26 July
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+37°C
27 July
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+37°C
28 July
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+36°C
29 July
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+37°C
30 July
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+38°C
31 July
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+40°C
In July 2023 Houston had 17 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +37°C, with an absolute maximum of +40°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in July?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Houston climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Houston in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+24°C) and the highest in 2012 (+28°C). The driest year was 2011 with only 709 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2058 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Houston in July:
Is July a good time to visit Houston?
It’s always a good time to visit Houston, 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 Houston in July?
Absolutely, July is hot in Houston. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Houston rainy in July?
Houston 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 Houston in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Houston in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Houston, 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.