Hampshire Weather in July

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

Are you planning a trip a to Hampshire, the United Kingdom in July and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Hampshire in July

Hampshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Hampshire generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Milford on Sea at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Farnborough at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Farnborough and 15°C (59°F) in Milford on Sea. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Hampshire, the United Kingdom.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gosport with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Hurstbourne Tarrant with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Southampton enjoys about 222 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Hampshire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Hampshire in July

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

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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 Hampshire

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

Temperature range in Hampshire (July)

Precipitation variation in Hampshire (July)

Southampton

In July Southampton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Portsmouth

In July Portsmouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Lymington

In July Lymington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Winchester

In July Winchester generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Basingstoke

In July Basingstoke generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
222 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hampshire, 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 Hampshire in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Southampton 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Portsmouth 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Lymington 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Winchester 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Basingstoke 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Lyndhurst 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)

Hampshire weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Hampshire, the United Kingdom in July. The popular destination of Southampton averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Southampton, the average daytime high in July is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hampshire, the United Kingdom during July, with Southampton averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

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

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Hampshire, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Southampton.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Southampton. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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