Gladstone Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Gladstone

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
22.1°C
Avg Low
❄️
12.0°C
Avg Temp
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17.1°C
Avg Rain
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31 mm
Avg Humidity
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71%
Avg Wind
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2.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.9
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-5.5°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Gladstone July Weather Overview

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Gladstone, with average highs near 22.1°C and lows around 12°C (mean 17.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm of rainfall and 71% relative humidity across the period.

Gladstone July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Gladstone. Across 45 years of records, the warmest July in Gladstone was 1993 — when the month averaged 19°C — while the coldest were 1989 and 2007 at 14.8°C. Typical July days reach 22.1°C with nights near 12°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp16.1°C→17.2°C+1.1°C
Max Temp21.0°C→22.2°C+1.2°C
Min Temp11.2°C→12.1°C+0.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

14.0°C–15.3°C3 yr (7%)
15.3°C–16.5°C9 yr (20%)
16.5°C–17.8°C23 yr (51%)
17.8°C–19.0°C10 yr (22%)

Gladstone July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the drier months in Gladstone, averaging 31 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 2008 with 122 mm, while the driest was 2009 at 0 mm.

Gladstone July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Gladstone during July averages 71%. The most humid July was 1983 at 82%, and the least humid was 1982 at 60%.

Gladstone July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 3.9 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Gladstone. The sunniest July was 2007 at 4.4 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1984 at 3.3.

Gladstone July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Gladstone during July is 2.5 m/s. The windiest July was 1999 at 3.1 m/s, while the calmest was 2017 at 2 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Gladstone

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Cool
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How July Ranks in Gladstone

🥶1st coolest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️11th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Gladstone Weather by Month

Gladstone July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp16.2°C17.2°C17.0°C17.6°C17.2°C+1°C
Avg High21.1°C22.0°C22.2°C22.6°C22.3°C+1.2°C
Avg Low11.4°C12.3°C11.8°C12.5°C12.1°C+0.7°C
Avg Rain49 mm24 mm23 mm28 mm36 mm-13 mm

Extreme July Records in Gladstone

🔥Warmest July28.0°C1995
🧊Coldest July3.9°C2007
🌧️Wettest July122 mm2008
🏜️Driest July0 mm2009
🌬️Windiest July3.1 m/s1999

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Gladstone have risen by about 1.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of 3.9°C (2007) to a record high of 28°C (1995).

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Rainfall in July is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm, with a wettest year of 122 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.4°C per decade while lows rose 0.2°C per decade, widening the gap between day and night.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Gladstone?

A good time to visit Gladstone

July is a good time to visit Gladstone, with days averaging 22.1°C and nights around 12°C (mean 17.1°C, cooler than Gladstone's yearly average) and moderate rainfall. September and April are marginally more temperate, but July still suits most travellers.

See Gladstone's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Gladstone Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Gladstone, with average highs near 22.1°C and lows around 12°C (mean 17.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 31 mm of rainfall and 71% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 31 mm of rainfall in Gladstone, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 122 mm (2008), and the driest just 0 mm (2009). Humidity sits around 71% and average wind speed is 2.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.9 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How July has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 21°C to 22.2°C and overnight lows from 11.2°C to 12.1°C over the same span.
July Weather in Gladstone, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202523.0°C17.4°C11.8°C25.4°C6.6°C18 mm69%2.2 m/s4
202422.1°C17.1°C12.1°C25.8°C6.7°C16 mm70%2.8 m/s4
202323.5°C18.7°C13.9°C27.3°C8.5°C36 mm69%3 m/s3.9
202219.9°C15.3°C10.7°C23.3°C5.6°C90 mm78%2.6 m/s3.6
202122.7°C17.5°C12.2°C27.9°C6.2°C27 mm70%2.5 m/s4.1
202022.8°C17.4°C12.0°C26.0°C7.1°C29 mm68%2.5 m/s4
201923.9°C18.6°C13.2°C26.7°C6.3°C9 mm65%2.5 m/s4
201823.5°C18.2°C13.0°C25.7°C7.4°C24 mm69%2.1 m/s4.2
201724.2°C18.9°C13.6°C27.2°C8.8°C13 mm71%2 m/s4.2
201622.1°C17.6°C13.1°C25.3°C7.2°C95 mm77%2.6 m/s3.9
201522.5°C17.3°C12.1°C27.7°C5.1°C11 mm71%2.6 m/s4
201422.3°C16.5°C10.8°C25.8°C5.1°C3 mm67%2.1 m/s4.2
201322.3°C18.1°C13.9°C25.0°C7.6°C16 mm80%2.9 m/s3.6
201220.5°C16.0°C11.4°C24.1°C5.7°C88 mm77%2.8 m/s3.7
201122.0°C16.2°C10.4°C24.4°C5.9°C7 mm69%2.4 m/s4.3
201022.7°C18.4°C14.0°C26.5°C8.2°C19 mm75%2.5 m/s3.5
200923.1°C17.4°C11.8°C27.6°C7.5°C0 mm66%2.4 m/s4.3
2008 🌧️21.3°C16.7°C12.1°C25.4°C5.6°C122 mm76%2.5 m/s3.4
200720.8°C14.8°C8.8°C25.5°C3.9°C2 mm65%2.4 m/s4.4
200621.9°C17.7°C13.4°C25.8°C9.3°C49 mm77%2.5 m/s3.6
200522.6°C18.0°C13.4°C26.3°C8.2°C4 mm70%2.9 m/s3.9
200423.2°C17.8°C12.5°C26.9°C6.9°C2 mm64%2.4 m/s4.1
200322.3°C17.4°C12.5°C24.2°C6.8°C18 mm68%3 m/s4
200222.1°C16.5°C10.8°C24.9°C6.9°C1 mm65%2.2 m/s4.3
200122.9°C17.5°C12.2°C27.0°C7.2°C24 mm65%2.4 m/s4.2
200022.2°C16.4°C10.7°C26.4°C6.9°C11 mm67%2.3 m/s4.3
199921.4°C16.9°C12.4°C24.6°C8.0°C31 mm74%3.1 m/s3.8
199822.9°C18.3°C13.6°C26.2°C7.2°C6 mm72%2.7 m/s3.7
199721.8°C17.5°C13.2°C25.7°C8.7°C17 mm75%2.8 m/s3.7
199621.3°C16.1°C11.0°C26.7°C5.6°C30 mm68%2.7 m/s4
199522.8°C17.2°C11.5°C28.0°C6.8°C13 mm63%2.4 m/s4.1
199422.2°C17.3°C12.4°C24.2°C7.6°C19 mm64%3 m/s4.1
1993 🔥23.0°C19.0°C15.0°C25.9°C9.9°C86 mm79%2.4 m/s3.7
199221.9°C17.0°C12.1°C26.4°C5.6°C9 mm72%2.6 m/s4.1
199122.4°C16.5°C10.5°C25.2°C6.4°C24 mm61%2.5 m/s4.2
199020.7°C15.9°C11.1°C23.8°C5.1°C9 mm79%2.2 m/s4.1
1989 ❄️19.2°C14.8°C10.3°C23.4°C4.8°C47 mm77%2.3 m/s3.5
198821.0°C16.9°C12.8°C22.8°C7.5°C107 mm78%2.8 m/s3.5
198722.4°C16.8°C11.3°C26.1°C7.3°C55 mm64%2.6 m/s3.8
198621.8°C17.1°C12.4°C25.7°C4.4°C21 mm74%2.7 m/s3.7
198520.9°C15.8°C10.8°C26.5°C5.3°C43 mm73%2.6 m/s4.1
198421.0°C16.3°C11.6°C23.9°C4.1°C107 mm73%2.6 m/s3.3
198319.3°C14.9°C10.6°C23.4°C4.0°C18 mm82%2.6 m/s—
198221.9°C16.1°C10.4°C24.9°C6.5°C9 mm60%2.4 m/s—
198122.1°C17.3°C12.5°C25.9°C6.5°C29 mm71%2.5 m/s—

Actual recorded July data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Gladstone July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Gladstone in July?▼

The average high in July is around 22.1°C with lows near 12°C (mean 17.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Gladstone in July?▼

July averages 31 mm of rainfall in Gladstone, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 122 mm in 2008.

What was the hottest July on record in Gladstone?▼

The hottest July reached 28°C in 1995. The coldest dipped to 3.9°C in 2007.

Has July in Gladstone gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average July temperatures have risen by about 1.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 21°C to 22.2°C and overnight lows from 11.2°C to 12.1°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Gladstone?▼

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Gladstone and one of the drier months, so plan for around 22.1°C daytime highs and 12°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Gladstone?▼

Yes — July is the coldest month of the year in Gladstone, averaging 17.1°C.

What should I pack for Gladstone in July?▼

For July in Gladstone, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 22.1°C and lows of 12°C.

Is Gladstone humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 71% — moderately humid.

How windy is Gladstone in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 2.5 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 3.1 m/s (1999).

Which July had the most rainfall in Gladstone?▼

The wettest July on record was 2008 with 122 mm. On average, July sees 31 mm.

Where does this July weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Gladstone behaves each July, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for July specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.