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Dubuque in July
Dubuque's warmest month brings highs averaging 84°F (29°C), lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 4.4 in (112 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (112 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C).
Lows average 65°F (18°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Some rain is likely, about 4.4 in (112 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May and August – October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort holds steady from June (74 → 74/100).
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Iowa Driftless & River Towns route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes84°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubuque in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Field of Dreams Movie Site
The baseball field and farmhouse from the 1989 film, 25 miles west.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
L.May Eatery
Candlelit Main Street restaurant serving gourmet comfort food since 2007.
Why now July scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Eagle Point Park
Bluff-top park with stone shelters overlooking Lock and Dam 11.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 4.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Fenelon Place Elevator
Short 1882 cable railway up the bluff, with views over three states.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Apr–Nov.
Mines of Spain Recreation Area
Wooded bluff trails to the Julien Dubuque Monument above the river.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in July
- Decorah in July~79 mi · highs 83°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Milwaukee in July~145 mi · highs 83°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Chicago in July~161 mi · highs 77°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
- Des Moines in July~164 mi · highs 87°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, 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.
Dubuque in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Dubuque?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 85 in May and August – October. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 4.4 in (112 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Iowa Driftless & River Towns route recommends.
How hot is Dubuque in July?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubuque in July?
Some: about 4.4 in (112 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 37.8 in (959 mm).
What should I pack for Dubuque in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Dubuque
Routes in season in July
- Iowa Driftless & River Towns May – Oct
Planning Dubuque in July?
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