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Philadelphia weather in July (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

How is the weather in Philadelphia in July? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In July, Philadelphia generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. July falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Philadelphia in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 275 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Philadelphia, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 275 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

Where to go in the United States of America in July

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Philadelphia in July?

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. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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