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Galway in July
Galway's warmest month brings highs averaging 68°F (20°C), lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain.
At 76/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (97 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~16 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 68°F (20°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.8 in (97 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
Long days help: there are roughly 16 h 15 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Galway's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from June (78 → 76/100).
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Galway in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
McDonagh's
Family-run fish and chip bar and seafood restaurant on Quay Street.
Why now July scores 76/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Salthill Promenade
Two-mile seafront walk over Galway Bay; locals kick the wall at the end.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 3.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Inis Mór
Largest Aran Island; cycle to the cliff-edge fort of Dún Aonghasa.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Latin Quarter and Quay Street
Pedestrian streets of buskers, pubs and shops running down to the river.
Galway Market
Weekend market beside St Nicholas Church with crafts and street food.
Nearby in July
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in July~22 mi · highs 63°F, 4.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Connemara in July~42 mi · highs 62°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Dublin in July~116 mi · highs 65°F, 3.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Fort William in July~291 mi · highs 64°F, 5.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Galway in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Galway?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 76/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends.
How hot is Galway in July?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Galway in July?
Some: about 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.6 in (1134 mm).
What should I pack for Galway in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way May – Sep
Planning Galway 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.