July in Florence averages highs of 32 °C (90 °F) and lows of 19 °C (67 °F), with about 3 rainy days and 15 h 08 min of daylight.
July weather in Florence at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is July a good time to visit Florence?
Mixed weather: very hot and fairly dry. July is usually shoulder season in Florence: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in July 2026
No public holidays fall in July 2026 in Italy, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in Florence in July
July is hot, so do outdoor sights early in the morning or after 5 pm and save museums and markets for midday.
- Ponte Vecchio and Oltrarno outdoors
- Piazzale Michelangelo — sunset outdoors
- Day trip to Chianti or Siena outdoors
- Uffizi Gallery — book a timed slot indoors
- Duomo and Brunelleschi's dome — climb needs a reservation indoors
- Accademia (David) indoors
Where to stay: Centro Storico for walking everywhere; Oltrarno or Santo Spirito for artisans and evenings.
What to pack for Florence in July
- Light, breathable clothes, a hat and a water bottle: highs reach 32 °C (90 °F), so plan indoor time around midday.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Florence costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €60–140 | €170–350 |
Excluding flights. July is usually shoulder season in Florence: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
July in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venice | 29° / 21° | 5 | Mixed weather |
| Rome | 33° / 21° | 2 | Mixed weather |
| Nice | 28° / 21° | 2 | Good time to go |
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FAQ
Is July a good time to visit Florence?
By the numbers, July is a mixed month: very hot and fairly dry, with average highs of 32 °C (90 °F) and about 3 rainy days. July is usually shoulder season in Florence: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower. The best months for weather are April, September, October.
How warm is Florence in July?
Average highs are 32 °C (90 °F) and lows 19 °C (67 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Florence in July?
Expect about 3 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 24 mm in total. It is the driest month of the year in Florence.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.