July · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Cambridge in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cambridge in July
Average temperature 18°C, 74 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
8.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 74 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Cambridge scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 18°C, 74 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cambridge compresses college courts, the Backs, and the Cam's punting route into a walkable few square miles.
July is one of the strongest months in Cambridge (3rd)
Temperatures hover around 18°C (65°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 74 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 16.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Cambridge at 8.8/10 (3rd of 12), just behind August at 9.6/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and 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 Cambridge in July?
- In July, Cambridge averages 18°C, 74 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Cambridge?
- July earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cambridge in July?
- Expect about 74 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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