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Osaka in July
Osaka warms up: highs climb to 87°F (30°C), from 81°F in June, with lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 39/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 8.7 in (220 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
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 stay warm too, with lows averaging 73°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 85%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.7 in (220 mm) across the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April and November.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 24.5 in (623 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 53/100 in June to 39/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Osaka in July
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Mizuno
Family-run okonomiyaki shop on Dotonbori since 1945, with a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.7 in of rain.
Osaka Castle
Reconstructed castle keep with a history museum and moat-ringed park.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.7 in of rain.
Kushikatsu Daruma Shinsekai
Original 1929 shop for deep-fried skewers; no double-dipping in the shared sauce.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery
Japan's first malt whisky distillery, 40 minutes away by train in Shimamoto.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter July days.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Huge aquarium built around a central Pacific tank with whale sharks.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in July.
Nearby in July
- Kyoto in July~27 mi · highs 86°F, 8.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Tokyo in July~244 mi · highs 86°F, 7.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~264 m to Osaka's ~23 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.
Osaka in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Osaka?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 39/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are April and November. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Osaka in July?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Osaka in July?
Yes: about 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 69.0 in (1753 mm).
What should I pack for Osaka in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
Planning Osaka 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.