Portland weather in July (Maine, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Portland during July? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, July in Portland includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Experience the summer season in July. Anticipate daytime highs near 26°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 17°C. It's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Precipitation

Portland in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 278 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Portland, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 121 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 75%  

Sunshine 278 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 60%  

Where to go in the United States of America in July

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America 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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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