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Florence in July
Florence's warmest month brings highs averaging 91°F (33°C), lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (33 mm)
- Humidity
- 58%
- Cloud cover
- 31%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 91°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (24°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
About 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's July.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 31%.
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 76/100.
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes91°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 67°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Florence in July
Afternoons run hot (91°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Uffizi Gallery
Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael and the core of Renaissance painting.
Why now A break from 91°F afternoons.
Piazzale Michelangelo
Terrace above the city with views over the Duomo and red rooftops.
Why now July scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Le Volpi e l'Uva
Small wine bar by Piazza de' Rossi pouring Tuscan wines by the glass.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Mercato Centrale
Historic market with butchers below and a food hall upstairs.
All'Antico Vinaio
Huge schiacciata sandwiches stuffed with salumi and pecorino.
Nearby in July
- Chianti in July~13 mi · highs 91°F, 1.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in July~31 mi · highs 89°F, 1.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in July~52 mi · highs 88°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in July~166 mi · highs 84°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~571 m to Florence's ~60 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.
Florence in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Florence?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 90 in April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Florence in July?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Florence in July?
Not much: about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.0 in (737 mm).
What should I pack for Florence in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (91°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 67°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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