USA Houston Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Houston is low
July is low for Houston.
BRUTAL JULY — 35°C + 73% humidity = feels like 42°C outdoors. Outdoor sightseeing limited to mornings (before 11:00) + late evenings (after 19:00). NASA + Museum District + Galleria mall + Downtown tunnels are the AC refuges.
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Houston July Weather Stats
Avg High
35°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
7
95mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
30°C
warm
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
30 μg/m³
PM10
55 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
42°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- July 4 fireworks (Eleanor Tinsley Park + Galveston Pleasure Pier)
- Astros home games
- Galveston beach
- Slightly lower hotel rates
Cons
- 35°C + 73% humidity feels like 42°C
- Outdoor sightseeing brutal
- Hurricane risk rising
July Events & Festivals
- July 4 Independence Day fireworks (Eleanor Tinsley Park + Galveston)
- Astros peak
- Summer school break
Houston in July — Full Picture
BRUTAL JULY — 35°C + 73% humidity = feels like 42°C outdoors. Outdoor sightseeing limited to mornings (before 11:00) + late evenings (after 19:00). NASA + Museum District + Galleria mall + Downtown tunnels are the AC refuges.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Brutal heat + humidity. T-shirts + shorts + heavy AC layers.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
27.7°C
17°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current34.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
17°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
19°C
9°C
8/mo
Houston Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 8° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 20° | 10° | 8d·80mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 28° | 17° | 9d·95mm | 8h | 70% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 31° | 21° | 9d·130mm | 9h | 72% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 24° | 9d·120mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 7d·95mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 8d·105mm | 9h | 74% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 22° | 8d·130mm | 9h | 73% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 17° | 8d·110mm | 9h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 23° | 12° | 8d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 19° | 9° | 8d·100mm | 6h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Houston?
Houston in July is low. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Houston in July?
Houston July averages a high of 35°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Houston in July?
Houston July averages 95mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Houston in July?
Brutal heat + humidity. T-shirts + shorts + heavy AC layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Houston in July?
Houston July sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 20:25, with 13h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Houston in July?
Houston July air quality (AQI) averages 80, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 30μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Houston in July?
In July, Houston is great for NASA Space Center (indoor), July 4 fireworks, Astros night games.
Is July peak season in Houston?
Houston July crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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