Rhode Island

Rhode Island Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Rhode Island, the United States of America in July.

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Middletown Providence Warwick New Shoreham

Planning a trip to Rhode Island, the United States of America this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Rhode Island in July

Rhode Island, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Rhode Island generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in New Shoreham to 29°C (84°F) in Providence. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Providence and 20°C (68°F) in New Shoreham. In Rhode Island, the United States of America, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

To explore the conditions in Rhode Island, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in New Shoreham with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Narragansett with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this July. For example, Middletown gets approximately 290 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Rhode Island by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March8°C (46°F) April13°C (55°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August26°C (79°F) September23°C (73°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Rhode Island in July

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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 Rhode Island

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Rhode Island, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Rhode Island (July)

Precipitation variation in Rhode Island (July)

Middletown

In July Middletown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
290 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Middletown →

Providence

In July Providence generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
290 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Providence →

Warwick

In July Warwick generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
290 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Warwick →

New Shoreham

In July New Shoreham generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
290 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in New Shoreham →

Narragansett

In July Narragansett generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
290 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Narragansett →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Rhode Island, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America 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 States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Middletown 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Providence 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Warwick 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
New Shoreham 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Narragansett 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Westerly 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

Rhode Island weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rhode Island, the United States of America in July?

Expect pleasant weather across Rhode Island, the United States of America in July. The popular destination of Middletown averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Rhode Island, the United States of America in July?

Daytime temperatures in Middletown peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in July, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Rhode Island, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Yes, July tends to be a wetter month in Rhode Island, the United States of America. Average rainfall in Middletown sits around 103 mm (4.1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Rhode Island, the United States of America?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Rhode Island, the United States of America with overall pleasant weather in Middletown.

On average, the best time to visit Rhode Island, the United States of America is in August and September with generally perfect weather in Middletown. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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