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Houston in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Houston in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Houston, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Houston in July 2024

OK Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Houston in July, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +93°F during the day and approximately 8 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 110 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+93°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
110 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Houston has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Houston in July

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

Going from a maximum of +104°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in July averages around +97°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +97°F.

Is Houston warm or cold in July?

Houston is typically hot in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +93°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°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 Houston, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Houston in July

Houston weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+90°F+93°F+93°F
Min. temperature
+54°F+64°F+61°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+104°F+106°F
Rainfall
121 mm110 mm105 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
74%73%73%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1014 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
688
Cloudy days
141414
Rainy days
1099
Snowy days
000

July typically has worse weather conditions compared to June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +90°F to +93°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 121 mm to 110 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 6 to 8.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Houston is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Houston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in July stands at 61%, leading to total precipitation of around 140 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 19 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:
Houston wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 121 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 81 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Houston?

This is the weather in Houston in July 2023:
1 July
🌧️
+87°F
2 July
☁️
+92°F
3 July
☁️
+97°F
4 July
☀️
+97°F
5 July
☁️
+98°F
6 July
☀️
+95°F
7 July
☀️
+96°F
8 July
☀️
+100°F
9 July
☀️
+102°F
10 July
☀️
+105°F
11 July
🌧️
+102°F
12 July
☀️
+101°F
13 July
☁️
+100°F
14 July
☁️
+97°F
15 July
🌧️
+91°F
16 July
☁️
+97°F
17 July
☀️
+99°F
18 July
☀️
+99°F
19 July
☁️
+98°F
20 July
☀️
+100°F
21 July
☁️
+101°F
22 July
☁️
+95°F
23 July
🌧️
+97°F
24 July
☀️
+97°F
25 July
☀️
+98°F
26 July
☀️
+96°F
27 July
☀️
+94°F
28 July
☀️
+96°F
29 July
☀️
+95°F
30 July
☁️
+94°F
31 July
☁️
+97°F
In July 2023 Houston had 16 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +97°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +88°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+89°F) and the highest in 2022 (+100°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 15 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 662 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Houston in July:

Is July a good time to visit Houston?

It’s always a good time to visit Houston, 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 Houston in July?

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

Is Houston rainy in July?

Houston 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 Houston in July?

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

Other cities in USA

Check out the weather for other cities in USA.

Monthly weather in Houston

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Houston, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.