Fox Glacier Weather in July

July in Fox Glacier brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights dropping to 0°C (32°F). It's also the driest month of the year, ideal for those who want to avoid rain.

Rainfall in Fox Glacier in July

As part of the rainy season, Fox Glacier sees around 15 days of rain in July, with an average of 248 mm (9.8 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours. Take advantage of the dry conditions this month, with minimal rain expected, even if it's a cooler time of year.

Temperature in Fox Glacier in July

In July, Fox Glacier sees low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights drop to around 0°C (32°F). The winter season is characteristic of July. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

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Fox Glacier Temperature in July

Min Temperature 0°C (32°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 248 mm (9.8 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Historical weather for Fox Glacier in July

Browse day-by-day weather records for Fox Glacier spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

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Fox Glacier historical weather extremes in July

Our historical data for Fox Glacier spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

• The hottest July day on record in Fox Glacier reached 16°C (61°F) (July 26, 2024).
• The lowest daytime temperature in July was 0°C (32°F), recorded on July 11, 2022.
• The coldest night in July in Fox Glacier was on July 16, 2022, with a minimum of -10°C (14°F).
• The wettest July day on record brought 156 mm (6.1 in) of precipitation to Fox Glacier (July 18, 2022).

What to Wear in Fox Glacier in July

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Fox Glacier in July. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Fox Glacier in July

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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