Weather in Goa in July

How July compares

July is the 11th warmest month of the year in Goa and ranks 103rd of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Within India it is 2nd of 2 (India in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Goa is 5.1°C warmer by day and 10.9°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Goa peaks at 26.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.3°C or more. About 97% of days top 25°C. Nights average 24.4°C; one night in ten drops to 23.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 29.8°C (1992-07-06) and the coldest night 22.8°C (1993-07-26).

Rain in July

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 31 days with 1 mm or more, 1037 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2009 with 1653 mm, the driest 2002 with 338 mm. Humidity averages 91%.

Sea temperature in July

The sea averages 27.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.3°C to 28.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in May (29.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 0.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:12 and sets about 19:09 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 96%.

Is July a good time to visit Goa?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Goa on our scoring are February, January, December; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm days, sticky evenings

July is warm rather than fiercely hot, with average daytime highs of 26.9°C compared with London's 21.8°C. Days reaching 30°C account for 0% in the figures, so extreme daytime heat is not the main concern. Humidity of 91% is the bigger catch: even without strong sunshine, conditions can feel sticky. Nights average 24.4°C, leaving little temperature relief after dark. Pack loose, light clothing and something waterproof that will not feel too heavy in the warmth. Accommodation with effective cooling is a sensible priority if you struggle to sleep in humid conditions. This suits travellers comfortable with warmth throughout the day and evening, not those hoping for cool nights.

Warm sea, but little sunshine

The sea averages 27.7°C, comfortably warm enough for swimming on temperature alone. That does not make July a reliable beach month: frequent rain and very limited sunshine are the stronger influences on the holiday. Nor does warm water tell you whether conditions are safe for a swim, so follow local advice rather than treating sea temperature as permission to enter. There are 12.8 hours of daylight, but only about 0.5 hours of sunshine, so long days should not be confused with sunny ones. Keep outdoor plans easy to change and bring footwear that can cope with getting wet. If dry lounging is central to your trip, choose another month.