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Kennett Square in July
Kennett Square's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (30°C), lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain.
It scores 68/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 4.9 in (125 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 87°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights cool to an average low of 66°F (19°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.9 in (125 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and September & October).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in June to 68/100.
- Our Philadelphia, Longwood & Lancaster route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kennett Square in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Chaddsford Winery
Tasting room in a restored barn on US 1, one of the oldest and best-known wineries in Pennsylvania.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Brandywine Museum of Art
Converted mill on Brandywine Creek with three generations of Wyeth paintings and a large model railroad at Christmas.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Talula's Table
Market and cafe on State Street by day; at night a single farm table seats one party for a long tasting dinner.
Why now July scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Longwood Gardens
Former du Pont estate garden; for A Longwood Christmas it lights its outdoor trees and fills the conservatory with decorated firs.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 4.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in July
- Philadelphia in July~30 mi · highs 86°F, 4.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lancaster in July~34 mi · highs 86°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Baltimore in July~61 mi · highs 88°F, 4.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Washington, DC in July~96 mi · highs 88°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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.
Kennett Square in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Kennett Square?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 68/100 against a best of 84 in April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain.
How hot is Kennett Square in July?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kennett Square in July?
Yes: about 4.9 in (125 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.3 in (1226 mm).
What should I pack for Kennett Square in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Kennett Square in July?
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