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Texas Weather in July

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

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

What to Expect in Texas in July

Texas, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Texas generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in South Padre Island at 29°C (84°F) to very hot in Laredo at 37°C (99°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Laredo and 24°C (75°F) in South Padre Island. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Texas, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sonora with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Groves with 232 mm (9.1 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Houston.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Houston enjoys about 295 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Texas by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Texas in July

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

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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 Texas

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

Temperature range in Texas (July)

Precipitation variation in Texas (July)

Houston

In July Houston generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
295 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

San Antonio

In July San Antonio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
310 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Austin

In July Austin generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
286 hours
317 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Galveston

In July Galveston generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
311 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Dallas

In July Dallas generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
333 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Houston 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
San Antonio 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Austin 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Galveston 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Dallas 36°C (97°F) 25°C (77°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Fort Worth 36°C (97°F) 25°C (77°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Texas weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Texas, the United States of America in July. The popular destination of Houston averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Houston averages a daytime maximum of 34°C (93°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Rainfall in Texas, the United States of America peaks during July. Houston averages roughly 191 mm (7.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Houston, July may not be the ideal time to visit Texas, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March offering mostly perfect weather in Houston. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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