July · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Glasgow in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Glasgow in July
Average temperature 15°C, 112 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 112 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Glasgow scores 7.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 15°C, 112 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Glasgow's Victorian grid holds Kelvingrove's collections, Merchant City murals, and a live-music scene that runs past midnight.
July in Glasgow: strong conditions, 2nd of 12
Temperatures hover around 15°C (58°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
112 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.7/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 8.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
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 Glasgow in July?
- In July, Glasgow averages 15°C, 112 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Glasgow?
- July earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Glasgow in July?
- Expect about 112 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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