What July feels like in Glasgow
July is the height of summer in Glasgow — the warmest month of the year. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Glasgow in July
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. A rainy day brings about 6.4 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is close to Glasgow's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6.5 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 4:51 am and sunset at about 9:54 pm (local time) — 17 h 3 min of daylight. Compared with mid-June, the day has lost 29 min. The sun is out for roughly 57% of those daylight hours, so sun and cloud share the day.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the warmest month in Glasgow. Against June, the average high is 1.4°C (2.5°F) higher, with 22 mm more rain. After this the year turns: August is already cooler. August averages a high of 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Hiking: less ideal — wet trails.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Glasgow in July
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Glasgow in July?
It feels mild: typical highs are 18.1°C (64.6°F), with lows near 11.5°C (52.7°F).
Does it rain a lot in Glasgow in July?
It does: about 17 rainy days bring roughly 109 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Glasgow in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Glasgow?
July, narrowly: it ranks #4 of 12 among Glasgow's months, against #6 for the other. August has more rainy days.