July · China
Best time to visit Xi'an in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Xi'an in July
Average temperature 28°C, 145 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 66% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
4.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 145 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Xi'an scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 145 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A Ming-era city wall rings Xi'an's old center, with the Terracotta Army an hour outside and Muslim Quarter food inside.
July in Xi'an — off-season conditions
Days in July average 28°C (83°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
145 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Xi'an — 4.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Xi'an in July?
- In July, Xi'an averages 28°C, 145 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Xi'an?
- July earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Xi'an in July?
- Expect about 145 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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