What July feels like in Gothenburg
Summer peaks in July: no month in Gothenburg is warmer. The middle of the day is pleasantly mild. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is fairly humid, though at these temperatures it rarely feels oppressive.
Rain in Gothenburg in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Each rainy day adds about 7.3 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Gothenburg's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6.4 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
On 15 July the sun rises at about 4:33 am and sets around 10:02 pm local time, giving 17 h 29 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 33 min less daylight than mid-June. Measured sunshine covers about 74% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the warmest month in Gothenburg. Afternoons run 1.6°C (2.9°F) warmer than in June, with 15 mm more rain. From here temperatures start to ease, beginning in August. August averages a high of 19.5°C (67.1°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Gothenburg in July
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Gothenburg in July?
Afternoons average 20.6°C (69.1°F) and nights about 14°C (57.2°F) — mild by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Gothenburg in July?
Quite a lot — 110 mm spread over about 15 days.
What should I wear in Gothenburg in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Gothenburg?
July scores better on our climate ranking (#2 of 12 vs #5), rated Good against Good. August is cooler and has more rainy days.