Macetown Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Macetown

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
2.7°C
Avg Low
❄️
-2.6°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
0.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
105 mm
Avg Humidity
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94%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.7 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
1.4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-5.6°C
temp difference
❄️Cold afternoons🥶Freezing mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Macetown July Weather Overview

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 2.7°C and lows around -2.6°C (mean 0.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 105 mm of rainfall and 94% relative humidity across the period.

Macetown July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown. Across 45 years of records, the warmest July in Macetown was 2025 — when the month averaged 2.1°C — while the coldest was 1995 at -4°C. Typical July days reach 2.7°C with nights near -2.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp-0.3°C→1.2°C+1.5°C
Max Temp2.3°C→3.8°C+1.5°C
Min Temp-2.9°C→-1.5°C+1.4°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

-4.0°C–-2.2°C1 yr (2%)
-2.2°C–-0.5°C12 yr (27%)
-0.5°C–1.3°C24 yr (53%)
1.3°C–3.0°C8 yr (18%)

Macetown July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the drier months in Macetown, averaging 105 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 1988 with 194 mm, while the driest was 2001 at 31 mm.

Macetown July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Macetown during July averages 94%. The most humid July was 1986 at 96%, and the least humid was 1991 at 89%.

Macetown July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 1.4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Macetown. The sunniest July was 2010 at 1.7 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1984 at 1.

Macetown July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Macetown during July is 1.7 m/s. The windiest July was 2011 at 2.5 m/s, while the calmest were 2010 and 2025 at 1.3 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Macetown

🌅
Freezing
Morning
🌞
Cold
Afternoon
🌆
Freezing
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★☆☆☆☆

How July Ranks in Macetown

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

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

Explore Macetown Weather by Month

Macetown July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp-0.4°C-0.7°C0.2°C0.6°C1.1°C+1.5°C
Avg High2.1°C1.9°C2.9°C3.3°C3.7°C+1.6°C
Avg Low-3.0°C-3.4°C-2.6°C-2.1°C-1.5°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain128 mm111 mm76 mm110 mm97 mm-31 mm

Extreme July Records in Macetown

🔥Warmest July8.7°C2021
🧊Coldest July-11.5°C1995
🌧️Wettest July194 mm1988
🏜️Driest July31 mm2001
🌬️Windiest July2.5 m/s2011

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Macetown have risen by about 1.5°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of -11.5°C (1995) to a record high of 8.7°C (2021).

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Rainfall in July is one of the drier months, averaging 105 mm, with a wettest year of 194 mm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Macetown?

A quieter season to visit Macetown

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of February and January tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Macetown. That said, July — with days averaging 2.7°C and nights around -2.6°C (mean 0.1°C) and higher rainfall (105 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Macetown'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 →

Macetown Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown, with average highs near 2.7°C and lows around -2.6°C (mean 0.1°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 105 mm of rainfall and 94% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 105 mm of rainfall in Macetown, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 194 mm (1988), and the driest just 31 mm (2001). Humidity sits around 94% and average wind speed is 1.7 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 1.4 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 1.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 2.3°C to 3.8°C and overnight lows from -2.9°C to -1.5°C over the same span.
July Weather in Macetown, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥4.8°C2.1°C-0.7°C8.6°C-4.0°C39 mm93%1.3 m/s1.4
20244.1°C1.4°C-1.3°C8.0°C-9.1°C84 mm92%1.6 m/s1.6
20233.6°C1.1°C-1.3°C6.5°C-5.9°C84 mm94%2.3 m/s1.5
20222.4°C0.0°C-2.4°C6.7°C-6.4°C106 mm96%1.8 m/s1.4
20214.0°C1.2°C-1.6°C8.7°C-6.6°C137 mm95%1.7 m/s1.4
20203.2°C0.7°C-1.8°C7.3°C-4.6°C133 mm92%1.4 m/s1.4
20194.3°C2.0°C-0.4°C7.5°C-3.1°C108 mm95%1.6 m/s1.3
20183.8°C1.3°C-1.3°C6.8°C-5.0°C155 mm95%1.9 m/s1.3
20172.6°C-0.2°C-3.0°C5.0°C-7.1°C105 mm94%1.5 m/s1.4
20163.0°C0.2°C-2.6°C6.5°C-6.1°C136 mm91%2.3 m/s1.3
20152.7°C-0.3°C-3.2°C6.9°C-8.1°C86 mm93%2 m/s1.5
20142.9°C0.4°C-2.2°C7.2°C-6.2°C69 mm91%1.7 m/s1.5
20134.6°C1.9°C-0.8°C7.6°C-5.3°C144 mm92%2.2 m/s1.3
20124.1°C1.3°C-1.5°C8.2°C-7.9°C97 mm93%1.5 m/s1.5
20111.6°C-1.1°C-3.8°C4.7°C-8.0°C131 mm95%2.5 m/s1.3
20103.3°C0.6°C-2.0°C5.5°C-5.4°C68 mm95%1.3 m/s1.7
20092.2°C-0.5°C-3.3°C4.4°C-8.3°C113 mm95%1.9 m/s1.4
20082.8°C0.4°C-2.0°C6.6°C-5.6°C102 mm95%1.9 m/s1.4
20072.0°C-1.1°C-4.2°C6.2°C-10.8°C71 mm91%1.5 m/s1.5
20062.7°C0.2°C-2.3°C5.8°C-7.9°C80 mm95%2.1 m/s1.4
20054.0°C1.2°C-1.6°C8.3°C-8.7°C82 mm94%1.8 m/s1.5
20042.7°C-0.2°C-3.0°C4.8°C-7.7°C56 mm93%1.6 m/s1.6
20032.5°C-0.2°C-2.9°C7.6°C-9.4°C100 mm94%1.8 m/s1.4
20022.9°C0.3°C-2.3°C5.8°C-5.8°C55 mm93%1.5 m/s1.5
20012.7°C-0.2°C-3.2°C6.1°C-7.9°C31 mm90%1.4 m/s1.6
20004.4°C1.6°C-1.2°C7.1°C-4.5°C65 mm91%1.5 m/s1.5
19992.7°C0.2°C-2.2°C5.9°C-6.4°C97 mm95%1.8 m/s1.5
19983.8°C1.3°C-1.3°C8.6°C-3.8°C73 mm94%2 m/s1.5
19971.8°C-1.0°C-3.8°C6.4°C-8.3°C104 mm95%1.7 m/s1.4
19961.2°C-1.7°C-4.6°C4.2°C-10.8°C38 mm94%1.4 m/s1.4
1995 ❄️-0.7°C-4.0°C-7.2°C1.2°C-11.5°C103 mm95%1.9 m/s1.3
19941.0°C-1.5°C-4.1°C3.8°C-8.1°C192 mm95%1.9 m/s1.4
19933.4°C0.7°C-2.0°C8.1°C-7.8°C135 mm93%1.6 m/s1.5
19921.7°C-0.6°C-3.0°C4.1°C-9.4°C136 mm94%2.2 m/s1.5
19911.8°C-0.8°C-3.4°C4.9°C-9.4°C112 mm89%1.4 m/s1.5
19902.7°C0.1°C-2.5°C5.4°C-6.6°C119 mm93%1.5 m/s1.5
19892.1°C-0.6°C-3.3°C4.8°C-7.3°C68 mm95%1.6 m/s1.6
1988 🌧️3.2°C0.9°C-1.5°C8.4°C-5.4°C194 mm94%2.3 m/s1.3
19871.5°C-1.2°C-3.9°C4.8°C-7.7°C115 mm94%1.6 m/s1.6
19861.0°C-1.3°C-3.7°C4.5°C-10.9°C150 mm96%2.1 m/s1.4
19852.5°C0.0°C-2.5°C5.1°C-6.9°C142 mm95%1.6 m/s1.6
19843.1°C0.9°C-1.3°C7.1°C-6.0°C162 mm94%1.4 m/s1
19831.7°C-1.0°C-3.7°C6.2°C-7.6°C117 mm96%1.6 m/s—
19821.8°C-1.2°C-4.2°C4.4°C-8.6°C93 mm94%1.7 m/s—
19812.4°C-0.3°C-2.9°C7.3°C-7.0°C114 mm95%1.4 m/s—

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

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Macetown July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Macetown in July?▼

The average high in July is around 2.7°C with lows near -2.6°C (mean 0.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Macetown in July?▼

July averages 105 mm of rainfall in Macetown, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 194 mm in 1988.

What was the hottest July on record in Macetown?▼

The hottest July reached 8.7°C in 2021. The coldest dipped to -11.5°C in 1995.

Has July in Macetown 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 1.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 2.3°C to 3.8°C and overnight lows from -2.9°C to -1.5°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Macetown?▼

July is one of the cooler months of the year in Macetown and one of the drier months, so plan for around 2.7°C daytime highs and -2.6°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Macetown?▼

Yes — July is the coldest month of the year in Macetown, averaging 0.1°C.

What should I pack for Macetown in July?▼

For July in Macetown, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 2.7°C and lows of -2.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Macetown humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 94% — quite humid.

How windy is Macetown in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 1.7 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 2.5 m/s (2011).

Which July had the most rainfall in Macetown?▼

The wettest July on record was 1988 with 194 mm. On average, July sees 105 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 Macetown 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.