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Downtown St. Petersburg in July
Little changes in Downtown St. Petersburg from June: highs stay near 87°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), and about 9.4 in (240 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 43/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 9.4 in (240 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
With 79% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 9.4 in (240 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 48/100 in June to 43/100.
- Our Tampa New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.4 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown St. Petersburg in July
With 9.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Salvador Dali Museum
The largest Dali collection outside Europe, in a concrete box wrapped by a glass bubble on the bay.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 9.4 in of rain.
Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish
Roadside smokehouse since 1951 serving mullet and mackerel smoked over red oak, with smoked-fish spread.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.4 in of rain.
Fort De Soto Park
County park on five keys at the mouth of Tampa Bay, with white-sand beaches, a 1898 fort and fishing piers.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
St. Pete Pier
Quarter-mile pier into Tampa Bay with parks, restaurants, a splash pad and a rooftop deck at its head.
Why now Best first thing, before the 87°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in July
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in July~16 mi · highs 87°F, 9.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in July~78 mi · highs 88°F, 7.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Winter Park in July~96 mi · highs 88°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- St. Augustine in July~167 mi · highs 86°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Downtown St. Petersburg in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Downtown St. Petersburg?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 43/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 9.4 in (240 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown St. Petersburg in July?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown St. Petersburg in July?
Yes: about 9.4 in (240 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 56.7 in (1441 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown St. Petersburg in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.4 in of rain on average).
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