Lugano weather in July (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Lugano this July? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During July, Lugano usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 26°C, cooling down at night to around 16°C. Known for its high temperatures, this month is the warmest of the year. Dress accordingly to stay comfortable and make the most of the weather.

Precipitation

Lugano in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 14 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 266 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, July is one of the better months to visit Lugano. May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lugano climate page with graphs.

 

Lugano, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 145 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 266 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 65% *  

* Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in July

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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