July · India
Best time to visit Leh in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Leh in July
Average temperature 10°C, 69 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
9.0/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 69 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Leh scores 9.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 10°C, 69 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Leh sits in Ladakh's high desert at 3,500 metres, with monasteries, passes and Himalayan lakes.
July in Leh — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
July averages 10°C (50°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 69 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight.
A 9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Leh (2nd of 12); only August scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Leh in July?
- In July, Leh averages 10°C, 69 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Leh?
- July earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Leh in July?
- Expect about 69 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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