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Fort Lauderdale in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Fort Lauderdale in July and see if it is worth visiting.
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July

Weather in Fort Lauderdale in July 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
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Very warm water
Fort Lauderdale in July usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +88°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 15 rainy days with an average precipitation of 202 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
202 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Lauderdale has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Lauderdale for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in July is +91°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +95°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +95°F.

Is Fort Lauderdale warm or cold in July?

Fort Lauderdale is typically hot in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

July is one of the warmest months in Fort Lauderdale, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in July

Water in Fort Lauderdale in July is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +87°F, with an average of +85°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +88°F.

The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Fort Lauderdale are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +71°F.

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in July?

You can definitely swim in Fort Lauderdale in July, the water is very warm (+85°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Fort Lauderdale in July

Fort Lauderdale weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+86°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+66°F+72°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+97°F+95°F
Rainfall
239 mm202 mm230 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F+85°F+86°F
Humidity
77%76%76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
211
Rainy days
141514
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +88°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 239 mm to 202 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Fort Lauderdale in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Fort Lauderdale is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Fort Lauderdale based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 90%, leading to total precipitation of around 284 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 61 mm, which is considered heavy rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 28 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Lauderdale wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 53% chance of precipitation and 243 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Fort Lauderdale?

This is the weather in Fort Lauderdale in July 2023:
1 July
🌧️
+90°F
2 July
☁️
+91°F
3 July
☁️
+91°F
4 July
🌧️
+92°F
5 July
☁️
+92°F
6 July
☁️
+94°F
7 July
🌧️
+92°F
8 July
☀️
+92°F
9 July
☁️
+92°F
10 July
☀️
+94°F
11 July
☁️
+92°F
12 July
☁️
+93°F
13 July
☁️
+92°F
14 July
🌧️
+92°F
15 July
🌧️
+92°F
16 July
☁️
+94°F
17 July
☁️
+91°F
18 July
🌧️
+90°F
19 July
🌧️
+92°F
20 July
☁️
+92°F
21 July
☁️
+93°F
22 July
☀️
+94°F
23 July
☀️
+95°F
24 July
☀️
+96°F
25 July
☀️
+92°F
26 July
🌧️
+88°F
27 July
🌧️
+88°F
28 July
🌧️
+87°F
29 July
☁️
+91°F
30 July
☁️
+92°F
31 July
☁️
+95°F
In July 2023 Fort Lauderdale had 6 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +88°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Fort Lauderdale climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Fort Lauderdale in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+79°F) and the highest in 2023 (+85°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 833 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 3290 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Lauderdale in July:

Is July a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale?

It’s always a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Fort Lauderdale in July?

Absolutely, July is hot in Fort Lauderdale. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in July?

Yes, you can swim in Fort Lauderdale in July, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +85°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Fort Lauderdale rainy in July?

Fort Lauderdale is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Fort Lauderdale in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fort Lauderdale in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Fort Lauderdale

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Lauderdale, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.