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Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July
Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake's warmest month brings highs averaging 80°F (27°C), lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain.
At 82/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 80°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 80°F (27°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 66°F (19°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.4 in (86 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around July
July is one of Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, May – July.
- Comfort improves from 79/100 in June to 82/100.
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes80°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Tree-lined main street of 19th-century storefronts, inns and the clock tower.
Why now July scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Niagara Parkway
Riverside road past orchards, wineries and the Floral Clock between the falls and the lake.
Why now Highs near 80°F and 3.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Niagara City Cruises
Boat ride into the spray at the foot of Horseshoe Falls; ponchos supplied.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fort George National Historic Site
Rebuilt War of 1812 fort with musket demonstrations in summer.
Horseshoe Falls
The largest of the three falls, best seen from Table Rock on the Canadian side.
Nearby in July
- Toronto in July~36 mi · highs 77°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Keuka Lake in July~107 mi · highs 83°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Seneca Lake in July~109 mi · highs 83°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Prince Edward County in July~109 mi · highs 78°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler 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.
Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 80°F (27°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County route recommends.
How hot is Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July?
Average highs are 80°F (27°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.3 in (871 mm).
What should I pack for Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (80°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake
Routes in season in July
- Toronto, Niagara & Prince Edward County May – Oct
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