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Reims in July
Reims's warmest month brings highs averaging 76°F (25°C), lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
At 83/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 57°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (62 mm).
With about 15 h 38 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around July
July is one of Reims's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by August, the score drops to 81/100.
- Comfort holds steady from June (85 → 83/100).
- Our Paris & Reims route is planned for Dec – early Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — July falls outside it.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Reims in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Avenue de Champagne
Épernay street of champagne houses including Moët & Chandon, lit up for the Habits de Lumière festival each December.
Why now July scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Palace of Tau
Former archbishop's palace beside the cathedral, holding coronation treasures and original statues from the facade.
Taittinger
Champagne house whose cellar tour descends into Gallo-Roman chalk pits and the crypt of a medieval abbey.
Basilica of Saint-Remi
Romanesque abbey church built around the tomb of Saint Remi, quieter than the cathedral and just as long inside.
Reims Christmas Market
Chalets along Place Drouet d'Erlon and around the cathedral selling crafts, biscuits roses and mulled wine.
Nearby in July
- Paris in July~81 mi · highs 77°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Brussels in July~111 mi · highs 75°F, 3.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ghent in July~125 mi · highs 74°F, 3.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bruges in July~139 mi · highs 72°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, 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.
Reims in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Reims?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
How hot is Reims in July?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Reims in July?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.1 in (740 mm).
What should I pack for Reims in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Reims in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.