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Avignon in July
Avignon's warmest month brings highs averaging 92°F (33°C), lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 92°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (25 mm)
- Humidity
- 50%
- Cloud cover
- 32%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 92°F (33°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 66°F (19°C), about 14°C (25°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 32%.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and September & October).
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in June to 75/100.
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 92°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 66°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Avignon in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque
Cistercian abbey fronted by lavender fields in a quiet valley.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best early July.
Les Halles d'Avignon
Covered market with Provençal produce, cheeses and a green living wall facade.
Why now A break from 92°F afternoons.
Pont du Gard
Three-tier Roman aqueduct over the Gardon River with a museum and swimming spots.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Rocher des Doms
Hilltop garden above the Palais with views over the Rhône and Mont Ventoux.
Why now July scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Sunday Market
Antiques and produce market spread along canals in a river town.
Why now Highs near 92°F and 1.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- Nice in July~124 mi · highs 78°F, 0.7 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cadaqués in July~138 mi · highs 83°F, 1.0 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Calella de Palafrugell in July~164 mi · highs 83°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Girona in July~169 mi · highs 83°F, 1.3 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~266 m to Avignon's ~30 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Avignon in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Avignon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 93 in April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 92°F (33°C) and 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
How hot is Avignon in July?
Average highs are 92°F (33°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Avignon in July?
Not much: about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 25.0 in (635 mm).
What should I pack for Avignon in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 92°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 66°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Paris to the Riviera May – Sep
Planning Avignon in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.