01Weather
Kyoto weather in July
Afternoons in July average 33.2 °C (92 °F) and nights cool to 24.7 °C (76 °F). The month brings about 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain spread over roughly 13 days. Compared with June it is 4.5 °C warmer; August is 1.2 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 37 °C / 99 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 28 °C / 82 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 22 °C / 72 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 23.9 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 43 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 39.8 °C / 20.1 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 04:46 | 19:14 | 14.5 h |
| 15 July | 04:54 | 19:11 | 14.3 h |
| 31 July | 05:05 | 19:00 | 13.9 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 36 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Tokyo).
03Crowds
How busy Kyoto is in July
busy The main sights are busy in July. What drives it:
- Gion Matsuri all month, parades on 17 and 24 July
- heat and humidity
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 19 Jul 2027 | Marine Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Kyoto in July
Every year in July
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gion Matsuri | all July, Yamaboko parades on 17 and 24 July | festival |
07Packing
What to pack for Kyoto in July
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 24 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is hot and humid, with afternoons around 32 °C, but the Gion Matsuri turns the city into a month-long festival, with the Yoiyama street evenings on 14 to 16 July, the great float parade on 17 July and the second parade on 24 July. Hotels fill for those dates. Temple visits are best at opening time. Rain falls on about twelve days, often as evening storms. Marine Day is a holiday.
The Kawadoko riverside dining on the Kamo River runs through the summer evenings. The Shimogamo Shrine's Mitarashi festival in late July has foot-bathing in the stream. The Arashiyama bamboo grove is cooler at dawn. Daylight lasts until after seven. For the hottest month and the Daimonji bonfires, see August.
09Compare
Kyoto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10 °C | 2 °C | 6 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 11 °C | 2 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 6 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| April | 21 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 25 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 29 °C | 20 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 34 °C | 26 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| September | 30 °C | 23 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| October | 24 °C | 16 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 10 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| December | 12 °C | 4 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about July? See the best time to visit Kyoto.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo in July | 31 °C | 12 |
| Seoul in July | 31 °C | 20 |
| Shanghai in July | 34 °C | 13 |
| Beijing in July | 33 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in July | 34 °C | 22 |
| Singapore in July | 32 °C | 11 |
11FAQ
Kyoto in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Kyoto?
July is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Kyoto. Daytime highs average 33 °C (92 °F), rain falls on about 13 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Kyoto in July?
Expect hot days around 33 °C (92 °F) and nights near 25 °C (76 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 37 °C, and one in ten stays below 28 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in July?
July brings about 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain over roughly 13 days, which is showery by Kyoto standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 43 percent.
What should I wear in Kyoto in July?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Kyoto crowded in July?
The main sights are busy in July. Main drivers: Gion Matsuri all month, parades on 17 and 24 July; heat and humidity.
What time does it get dark in Kyoto in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 19:11 and rises at 04:54, giving 14.3 hours of daylight.