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Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in July
Little changes in Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk 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 37 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 79%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
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 hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics79% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Ulele
Restaurant and brewery in the 1903 water works building by Ulele Spring, cooking Florida seafood and native ingredients.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.4 in of rain.
Bern's Steak House
South Tampa steakhouse since 1956 with one of the world's largest wine lists and an upstairs dessert room.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Tampa Riverwalk
2.6-mile path along the Hillsborough River through downtown, the free viewing area for the midnight fireworks over the water.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Jackson's Bistro
Waterfront restaurant on Harbour Island with a big deck facing downtown, host of a ticketed New Year's Eve party.
Why now Best first thing, before the 87°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in July
- Downtown St. Petersburg in July~16 mi · highs 87°F, 9.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Walt Disney World in July~63 mi · highs 88°F, 7.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Winter Park in July~81 mi · highs 88°F, 7.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- St. Augustine in July~151 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk?
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 Tampa & the Riverwalk 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk 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 Tampa & the Riverwalk in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (79% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
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