Dundee Weather in July (1981–2025)

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July at a Glance in Dundee

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
17.5°C
Avg Low
❄️
10.3°C
Avg Temp
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13.9°C
Avg Rain
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85 mm
Avg Humidity
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84%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.9 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+6.1°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Dundee July Weather Overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Dundee, with average highs near 17.5°C and lows around 10.3°C (mean 13.9°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 85 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

Dundee July Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Dundee. Across 45 years of records, the warmest July in Dundee was 2006 — when the month averaged 16°C — while the coldest was 1993 at 12°C. Typical July days reach 17.5°C with nights near 10.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp14.0°C→14.7°C+0.7°C
Max Temp17.9°C→18.4°C+0.5°C
Min Temp10.1°C→11.1°C+1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.1°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

12.0°C–13.0°C10 yr (22%)
13.0°C–14.0°C14 yr (31%)
14.0°C–15.0°C12 yr (27%)
15.0°C–16.0°C9 yr (20%)

Dundee July Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

July is about average for rainfall in Dundee, averaging 85 mm of rainfall. The wettest July on record was 2015 with 158 mm, while the driest was 1983 at 17 mm.

Dundee July Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Dundee during July averages 84%. The most humid July was 1991 at 87%, and the least humid was 1984 at 77%.

Dundee July Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

July receives about 4.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Dundee. The sunniest July was 1989 at 5.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1985 and 2002 at 3.9.

Dundee July Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Dundee during July is 2.9 m/s. The windiest July was 1988 at 3.6 m/s, while the calmest was 2021 at 1.9 m/s.

What July Feels Like in Dundee

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cool
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How July Ranks in Dundee

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌧️5th wettest month of the year
☀️3rd sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Dundee Weather by Month

Dundee July Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp13.8°C13.7°C13.9°C14.0°C14.4°C+0.6°C
Avg High17.5°C17.2°C17.3°C17.4°C18.1°C+0.6°C
Avg Low10.0°C10.1°C10.4°C10.5°C10.8°C+0.8°C
Avg Rain67 mm78 mm85 mm104 mm90 mm+22 mm

Extreme July Records in Dundee

🔥Warmest July27.8°C2022
🧊Coldest July4.3°C2000
🌧️Wettest July158 mm2015
🏜️Driest July17 mm1983
🌬️Windiest July3.6 m/s1988

Key Insights for July

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July temperatures in Dundee have risen by about 0.7°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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July has ranged from a record low of 4.3°C (2000) to a record high of 27.8°C (2022).

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Rainfall in July is about average for rainfall, averaging 85 mm, with a wettest year of 158 mm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Dundee?

One of the best times to visit Dundee

July is one of the best times to visit Dundee. Expect days averaging 17.5°C and nights around 10.3°C (mean 13.9°C) — warmer than Dundee's yearly average — with higher rainfall (85 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Dundee'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 →

Dundee Weather in July — In Depth

☀️ July climate overview

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Dundee, with average highs near 17.5°C and lows around 10.3°C (mean 13.9°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 85 mm of rainfall and 84% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in July

July averages 85 mm of rainfall in Dundee, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest July on record saw 158 mm (2015), and the driest just 17 mm (1983). Humidity sits around 84% and average wind speed is 2.9 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.5 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.9°C to 18.4°C and overnight lows from 10.1°C to 11.1°C over the same span.
July Weather in Dundee, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202519.5°C15.6°C11.7°C23.6°C7.7°C62 mm82%2.7 m/s4.6
202417.0°C13.6°C10.2°C19.6°C7.1°C87 mm84%2.8 m/s4.3
202317.2°C13.8°C10.5°C20.6°C7.5°C134 mm84%3.1 m/s4.5
202219.2°C15.2°C11.3°C27.8°C7.9°C59 mm80%2.9 m/s4.8
202119.2°C15.5°C11.9°C22.8°C8.2°C78 mm85%1.9 m/s4.7
202016.3°C12.7°C9.2°C22.0°C7.0°C119 mm83%3.1 m/s4.4
201918.9°C15.4°C11.9°C23.0°C7.4°C103 mm85%2.8 m/s4.4
201819.4°C15.6°C11.8°C23.3°C9.2°C80 mm82%2.4 m/s5.1
201716.4°C13.2°C10.0°C19.5°C7.6°C96 mm85%3.3 m/s4.3
201616.9°C13.4°C10.0°C23.2°C5.8°C100 mm85%2.9 m/s4.1
2015 🌧️15.8°C12.5°C9.3°C19.6°C5.5°C158 mm85%3.2 m/s4.2
201418.5°C14.8°C11.1°C22.3°C8.2°C62 mm84%2.5 m/s5
201319.2°C15.3°C11.4°C23.9°C7.0°C61 mm85%2.4 m/s5
201215.5°C12.3°C9.2°C19.5°C6.7°C116 mm86%2.7 m/s4
201116.8°C13.2°C9.7°C19.7°C6.9°C123 mm84%2.4 m/s4.5
201017.0°C13.8°C10.6°C20.0°C8.3°C143 mm85%3.5 m/s4.2
200917.3°C14.0°C10.7°C23.5°C7.0°C146 mm85%3.1 m/s4.5
200817.6°C14.2°C10.8°C21.4°C6.7°C81 mm85%3.3 m/s4.3
200716.2°C13.0°C9.8°C18.2°C7.1°C127 mm86%2.8 m/s4.2
2006 🔥19.8°C16.0°C12.2°C24.1°C7.1°C59 mm85%2.5 m/s5
200517.7°C14.3°C10.8°C24.3°C7.9°C46 mm83%2.8 m/s4.6
200416.5°C12.9°C9.4°C20.2°C6.2°C60 mm84%2.6 m/s4.2
200318.1°C14.8°C11.5°C21.1°C8.7°C81 mm86%3 m/s4.3
200216.3°C13.1°C9.9°C20.8°C6.9°C123 mm87%2.5 m/s3.9
200117.0°C13.6°C10.2°C22.0°C6.8°C82 mm85%2.7 m/s4
200016.4°C12.7°C9.1°C20.6°C4.3°C46 mm84%2.3 m/s4.6
199917.9°C14.2°C10.5°C23.4°C6.5°C74 mm85%2.7 m/s4.6
199815.7°C12.5°C9.3°C18.4°C6.7°C125 mm85%3.3 m/s4.3
199718.0°C14.3°C10.7°C21.6°C7.0°C91 mm85%2.5 m/s4.8
199617.0°C13.3°C9.6°C21.6°C5.6°C71 mm81%2.7 m/s4.9
199518.4°C14.5°C10.5°C23.0°C5.7°C55 mm83%3.1 m/s4.8
199418.0°C14.3°C10.6°C23.0°C7.9°C66 mm84%2.5 m/s4.5
1993 ❄️15.5°C12.0°C8.5°C19.0°C4.8°C90 mm84%3.5 m/s4.7
199216.5°C13.2°C9.8°C20.6°C6.6°C71 mm82%3.4 m/s4.3
199117.9°C14.7°C11.5°C21.8°C9.4°C92 mm87%3 m/s4.1
199017.2°C13.5°C9.8°C21.4°C6.4°C50 mm81%3.2 m/s4.7
198919.5°C15.3°C11.0°C24.2°C7.4°C29 mm80%2.8 m/s5.3
198815.6°C12.6°C9.6°C18.2°C6.8°C143 mm85%3.6 m/s4
198717.0°C13.4°C9.9°C21.9°C6.3°C83 mm85%3 m/s4
198616.2°C12.6°C9.0°C21.6°C5.8°C59 mm83%3.3 m/s4.3
198516.4°C13.0°C9.6°C20.9°C6.5°C131 mm86%3.2 m/s3.9
198419.2°C14.7°C10.1°C22.0°C4.8°C29 mm77%2.4 m/s4.6
198319.3°C15.3°C11.2°C25.5°C8.2°C17 mm83%2.4 m/s—
198218.1°C14.3°C10.4°C21.5°C7.5°C45 mm81%2.4 m/s—
198116.6°C12.9°C9.3°C20.9°C7.0°C71 mm83%3.1 m/s—

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

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Dundee July Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Dundee in July?▼

The average high in July is around 17.5°C with lows near 10.3°C (mean 13.9°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Dundee in July?▼

July averages 85 mm of rainfall in Dundee, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 158 mm in 2015.

What was the hottest July on record in Dundee?▼

The hottest July reached 27.8°C in 2022. The coldest dipped to 4.3°C in 2000.

Has July in Dundee 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 0.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 17.9°C to 18.4°C and overnight lows from 10.1°C to 11.1°C over the same span.

Is July a good time to visit Dundee?▼

July is one of the warmer months of the year in Dundee and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 17.5°C daytime highs and 10.3°C at night.

Is July the coldest month in Dundee?▼

Not quite — July is the 12th coolest month in Dundee, averaging 13.9°C.

What should I pack for Dundee in July?▼

For July in Dundee, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 17.5°C and lows of 10.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Dundee humid in July?▼

Relative humidity in July averages 84% — quite humid.

How windy is Dundee in July?▼

Average wind speed in July is 2.9 m/s. The windiest July on record averaged 3.6 m/s (1988).

Which July had the most rainfall in Dundee?▼

The wettest July on record was 2015 with 158 mm. On average, July sees 85 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 Dundee 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.