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Cuenca Weather in July
July in Cuenca brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 78 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Cuenca in July
Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data, with 78 mm (3.1 in) average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Cuenca in July
Daytime highs in Cuenca in July reach 14°C (57°F), with nights around 6°C (43°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Cuenca in July
The city usually sees around 187 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Cuenca Temperature in July
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
187 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Cuenca in July
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cuenca spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cuenca historical weather extremes in July
According to our 20 years of weather records for Cuenca, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
- The hottest July day on record in Cuenca reached 26°C (79°F) (July 28, 2025).
- On July 15, 2006, Cuenca saw its coldest July day with temperatures maxing out at 9°C (48°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 2°C (36°F) on July 28, 2007, marking the coldest July night on record.
- Peak precipitation in July occurred on July 10, 2021, when 33 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation was measured.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Cuenca in July
Pack for changing conditions in Cuenca in July. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Cuenca in July
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Outdoor sports9/10
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