Your July weather guide
HotWeather in Rhodes in July
July is a good time to visit Rhodes if you want hot days, warm evenings and little likelihood of rain. Average highs are around 28°C, nights stay near 24°C and the sea reaches about 25°C, so swimming fits easily into the day. The catch is the lack of much overnight cooling. It suits travellers who enjoy sustained warmth rather than those who want cool sleeping conditions or comfortable weather for being active throughout the afternoon.
Long-term climate averages for Rhodes Town, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Rhodes, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Rhodes Town.
- Average daytime high
- 28.4°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 32°C
- Average night-time low
- 24.3°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 23°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +6.6°C
- London averages 21.8°C in July
- Sea temperature
- 25.2°C
- year to year: 24°C to 26°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 14.1h
- 99% of 14.3 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 0
- 1 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 97%
- 18% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 40.1°C
- 2017-07-01
- Record low 1991-2020
- 19.8°C
- 1992-07-12
- Flight from London
- ≈ 4 h 12 min
- 2778 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How July compares
July is the 2nd warmest month of the year in Rhodes and ranks 72nd of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Within Greece it is 20th of 44 (Greece in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Rhodes is 6.6°C warmer by day and 10.8°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in July
The typical July day in Rhodes peaks at 28.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 31.6°C or more. About 97% of days top 25°C and 1 in 5 pass 30°C. Nights average 24.3°C; one night in ten drops to 22.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 40.1°C (2017-07-01) and the coldest night 19.8°C (1992-07-12).
Rain in July
Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 1 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2019 with 28 mm, the driest 1992 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sea temperature in July
The sea averages 25.2°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 24.4°C to 25.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (27.1°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 14.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:01 and sets about 20:25 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 1%.
Is July a good time to visit Rhodes?
Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Rhodes on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Plan around the heat, not just the average
Light clothing will get plenty of use, but the average high does not tell the whole story. The warmest 10% of days reach 31.6°C or more, making shade and a slower pace sensible around midday. Humidity averages 71%, which can make the warmth feel sticky rather than crisp. Put more active plans earlier in the day and leave room for breaks when it feels hottest. Evenings are suitable for sitting outside in light clothes, although warm nights mean air conditioning is worth prioritising if you struggle to sleep in the heat. This is not a month to rely on sunset bringing a proper chill.
Swimming weather with very little rain
The sea is comfortably within swimming territory, with July temperatures ranging from 24°C to 26°C between years. That makes Rhodes a good fit if spending time in the water is central to your holiday, rather than something you might try if conditions allow. Rain is unlikely to shape your plans: July averages about 0 rainy days, though that is not a guarantee of completely dry weather. With about 14.1 hours of sunshine a day, sun protection deserves more space in your bag than wet-weather clothing. Bring sunscreen, a hat and a light cover-up, and make shade part of the routine rather than waiting until you feel too hot.
A little perspective
Rhodes through the year
July is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.2°C | 11.3°C | 17.9°C | 5.2 | 107 | 12 | 0% |
| February | 14.3°C | 11.2°C | 16.9°C | 5.9 | 84 | 10 | 0% |
| March | 15.8°C | 12.5°C | 16.7°C | 7.1 | 53 | 7 | 0% |
| April | 18.1°C | 14.4°C | 17.3°C | 8.6 | 31 | 6 | 1% |
| May | 21.8°C | 17.9°C | 19.8°C | 10.5 | 16 | 3 | 8% |
| Junebest | 25.7°C | 21.7°C | 22.6°C | 13.4 | 2 | 0 | 57% |
| JulySelectedbest | 28.4°C | 24.3°C | 25.2°C | 14.1 | 1 | 0 | 97% |
| Augustbest | 29.2°C | 25.3°C | 27.1°C | 13.2 | 0 | 0 | 100% |
| September | 26.8°C | 23.3°C | 26.2°C | 11.3 | 10 | 1 | 81% |
| October | 23.3°C | 20.0°C | 24.1°C | 8.2 | 47 | 5 | 24% |
| November | 19.2°C | 16.1°C | 21.6°C | 6.1 | 73 | 8 | 1% |
| December | 15.8°C | 13.0°C | 19.3°C | 5.1 | 113 | 12 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Rhodes in July FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Rhodes hot in July?
Rhodes is hot in July: the average daytime high is 28.4°C and nights average 24.3°C. About 97% of July days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Rhodes in July?
The sea around Rhodes averages 25.2°C in July, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 24°C to 26°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Rhodes in July?
Rhodes sees about 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 1 mm of rain in a typical July. The wettest July between 1991 and 2020 was 2019 (28 mm) and the driest was 1992 (0 mm).
How sunny is Rhodes in July?
Rhodes gets around 14.1 hours of sunshine a day in July out of 14.3 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Rhodes compare with the UK in July?
Rhodes is on average 6.6°C warmer than London by day in July (28.4°C against 21.8°C).
What is the hottest July on record in Rhodes?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day in Rhodes reached 40.1°C on 2017-07-01, and the coldest night dropped to 19.8°C on 1992-07-12.
How much warmer is Rhodes than London in July?
Rhodes has an average daytime high of 28.4°C, compared with 21.8°C in London - a difference of 6.6°C. That is a noticeable step up in warmth, so plan for lighter clothing and more breaks from the sun.
Will it be over 30°C every day?
No. Around 18% of July days reach 30°C, while 97% reach 25°C. Expect reliably warm weather rather than temperatures above 30°C throughout your stay, but allow for hotter spells when outdoor activity may feel more demanding.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Rhodes (Rhodes Town). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.2 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C