Ballater

Grampian Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Grampian, the United Kingdom in July.

Planning a trip to Grampian, the United Kingdom this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Grampian in July

Grampian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Grampian generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Fraserburgh at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Banchory at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Banchory and 12°C (54°F) in Fraserburgh.

For specific regional insights in Grampian, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fraserburgh with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Ballater with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Aberdeen typically sees 164 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Grampian by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Grampian — and find the best time to visit. (based on Aberdeen)

Best Places to Visit in Grampian in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Grampian.

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Grampian

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Grampian, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Grampian (July)

Precipitation variation in Grampian (July)

Aberdeen

In July Aberdeen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
164 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Stonehaven

In July Stonehaven generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
164 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dyce

In July Dyce generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
164 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Banchory

In July Banchory generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
164 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Elgin

In July Elgin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
140 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Grampian, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United Kingdom reached 39°C (102°F) in Nottingham on July 19, 2022.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Grampian in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Aberdeen 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Stonehaven 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Dyce 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Banchory 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Elgin 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Tomintoul 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Grampian weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Grampian, the United Kingdom in July?

Expect pleasant weather across Grampian, the United Kingdom in July. The popular destination of Aberdeen averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Grampian, the United Kingdom in July?

Daytime temperatures in Aberdeen peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in July, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Grampian, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Grampian, the United Kingdom during July, with Aberdeen averaging close to 71 mm (2.8 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Grampian, the United Kingdom?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Grampian, the United Kingdom with overall pleasant weather in Aberdeen. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Aberdeen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Grampian.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United Kingdom? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United Kingdom.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.