Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Ithaca in July
Ithaca's warmest month brings highs averaging 83°F (29°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (107 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 83°F (29°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 64°F (18°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.2 in (107 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 & June and August & September).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from June (76 → 74/100).
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ithaca in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Buttermilk Falls State Park
Gorge Trail beside a chain of cascades ending in a swimming hole.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer.
Taughannock Falls State Park
215-foot plunge falls at the end of an easy gorge trail, plus a rim overlook.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "spring or after rain", which suits a wetter month.
Ithaca Beer Co.
Local brewery taproom with wood-fired food and the Flower Power IPA.
Sheldrake Point Winery
Lakeside Cayuga winery known for Riesling and ice wine.
Ithaca Farmers Market
Lakeside pavilion market with farm stands and prepared food from local vendors.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best saturday morning, Apr–Dec.
Nearby in July
- Keuka Lake in July~34 mi · highs 83°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Seneca Lake in July~38 mi · highs 83°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in July~114 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Hudson in July~139 mi · highs 84°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~401 m to Ithaca's ~121 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.
Ithaca in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Ithaca?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 82 in May & June and August & September. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Finger Lakes Wine Trail route recommends.
How hot is Ithaca in July?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ithaca in July?
Some: about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 42.2 in (1071 mm).
What should I pack for Ithaca in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Finger Lakes Wine Trail May – Oct
Planning Ithaca in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.