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With daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F), July in Townsville brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Townsville.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Townsville - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Townsville typically stay consistent throughout July, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Townsville spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Townsville between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during July.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in July. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. The water temperature sits at about 22°C (72°F), making it perfect for swimming and water activities. Don't forget to pack your favorite swimwear and perhaps some snorkel gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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