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Coimbra in July
Coimbra sees its driest month, with just 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain, highs of 91°F (33°C) and lows of 61°F (16°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 75/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 91°F (33°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 61°F (16°C), about 17°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.4 in (9 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 34%.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April – June and September.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in June to 75/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 91°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 61°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Coimbra in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Zé Manel dos Ossos
Tiny traditional tavern with walls covered in notes, serving hearty pork dishes.
Why now A break from 91°F afternoons.
Mosteiro de Santa Cruz
Monastery holding the tombs of Portugal's first two kings.
University of Coimbra
Hilltop university founded in 1290, with a clock tower and courtyard views.
Fado ao Centro
Nightly short show of Coimbra fado, sung by men in student capes.
Pedro dos Leitões
Roast suckling pig specialist in Mealhada, 20 km north.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in July
- Porto in July~67 mi · highs 75°F, 0.5 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lisbon in July~109 mi · highs 72°F, 0.1 in rain · 11°C (20°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Seville in July~234 mi · highs 101°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in July~252 mi · highs 101°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~425 m to Coimbra's ~42 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.
Coimbra in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Coimbra?
It's middling, scoring 75/100. The best months are April – June and September, at up to 91. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Coimbra in July?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Coimbra in July?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (846 mm).
What should I pack for Coimbra in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 91°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 (lows near 61°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Coimbra 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.