Temperature in Australia in July

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Australia this July.

Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in July ranging from 5°C (41°F) in Liawenee to 33°C (91°F) in Palmerston. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Palmerston and -2°C (28°F) in Liawenee. The month of July is in the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Australia in July?

Curious about the July temperatures in the prime spots of Australia? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Australia in July

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in July: blue is cold, red is hot.

Australia temperatures in July: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Australia in July?

Daytime temperatures in Melbourne typically peak at 14°C (57°F) in July, putting it in the moderate range.

How cold does it get at night in Australia in July?

Average overnight lows in Australia during July sit near 7°C (45°F) in Melbourne.

What is the warmest city in July in Australia?

According to our recent database analysis, Palmerston is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 33°C (91°F) and rarely drops below 18°C (64°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in July in Australia?

When looking through our records, we find that Liawenee stands out as the coolest city in Australia for the month of July. Daytime highs average 5°C (41°F) and it cools down to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

How much sun does Australia get in July?

Melbourne enjoys a balanced 140 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

What is the water temperature in July?

The water temperature averages approximately 26°C (79°F) in Darwin this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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