Your July weather guide
HotWeather in Playa de las Americas in July
July is a good time to visit Playa de las Americas if you want warm days, very little rain and comfortable swimming weather. Average highs of 26°C make it hot without the usual afternoon being extreme, while nights stay around 20°C. The sea averages 22°C, warm enough for a swim but still refreshing. The main catch is the long exposure to sunshine: shade and a slower pace at midday are sensible.
Long-term climate averages for Playa de las Américas, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Playa de las Americas, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Playa de las Américas.
- Average daytime high
- 25.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 31°C
- Average night-time low
- 20.4°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 17°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +4.1°C
- London averages 21.8°C in July
- Sea temperature
- 22.1°C
- year to year: 21°C to 23°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 12.9h
- 95% of 13.6 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 0
- 1 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days over 25°C
- 51%
- 12% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 38.8°C
- 2007-07-28
- Record low 1991-2020
- 15.5°C
- 1992-07-08
- Flight from London
- ≈ 4 h 24 min
- 2917 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 Playa de las Americas. Within Spain it is 74th of 87 (Spain in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Playa de las Americas is 4.1°C warmer by day and 6.9°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in July
The typical July day in Playa de las Americas peaks at 25.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.8°C or more. About 51% of days top 25°C and 1 in 8 pass 30°C. Nights average 20.4°C; one night in ten drops to 17.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 38.8°C (2007-07-28) and the coldest night 15.5°C (1992-07-08).
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 1997 with 6 mm, the driest 1994 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 67%.
Sea temperature in July
The sea averages 22.1°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 21.4°C to 22.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (23.7°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 12.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:20 and sets about 21:06 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 6%.
Is July a good time to visit Playa de las Americas?
Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Playa de las Americas on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep.
Warm days, with hotter spells to plan around
July suits travellers who want summer warmth but do not need intense heat every day. Daytime temperatures reach 30°C on 12% of days, so hotter spells are possible rather than the norm. Plan more active outings for the morning or later afternoon, leaving room for shade when the heat feels strongest. Light, loose clothing should work well during the day, with sunscreen and a hat more useful than heavy layers. Evenings are generally warm enough to sit outside comfortably, although a light layer gives you flexibility on cooler nights. If you struggle with heat, somewhere cool to retreat to will make the stay easier.
Plenty of sunshine and sea worth swimming in
Rain is unlikely to dictate your plans in July, making this a practical month for a holiday centred on swimming and time outdoors. Sunshine averages about 12.9 hours a day, so there is little need to cram all your outdoor time into the middle of the day. Take breaks from direct sun rather than treating clear weather as a reason to stay out continuously. The sea is suitable for swimming, though it can feel fresh as you get in rather than bath-warm. Its July temperature varies from 21°C to 23°C between years, so travellers who are sensitive to cooler water may find their comfort varies.
A little perspective
Playa de las Americas 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 | 19.6°C | 15.1°C | 19.9°C | 7.0 | 19 | 4 | 1% |
| February | 19.8°C | 15.1°C | 19.3°C | 7.9 | 25 | 4 | 3% |
| March | 20.4°C | 15.4°C | 19.1°C | 8.4 | 23 | 5 | 8% |
| April | 20.6°C | 15.7°C | 19.5°C | 9.0 | 17 | 5 | 6% |
| May | 21.7°C | 16.7°C | 20.2°C | 10.0 | 9 | 3 | 9% |
| June | 23.2°C | 18.1°C | 21.3°C | 11.7 | 6 | 2 | 18% |
| JulySelectedbest | 25.9°C | 20.4°C | 22.1°C | 12.9 | 1 | 0 | 51% |
| Augustbest | 26.6°C | 21.3°C | 23.0°C | 11.7 | 2 | 1 | 65% |
| Septemberbest | 25.4°C | 20.4°C | 23.7°C | 9.2 | 11 | 3 | 49% |
| October | 24.5°C | 19.7°C | 23.6°C | 7.4 | 25 | 6 | 30% |
| November | 22.6°C | 18.1°C | 22.5°C | 6.6 | 22 | 6 | 16% |
| December | 20.7°C | 16.4°C | 21.1°C | 6.6 | 39 | 6 | 1% |
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
Playa de las Americas in July FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Playa de las Americas hot in July?
Playa de las Americas is hot in July: the average daytime high is 25.9°C and nights average 20.4°C. About 51% of July days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Playa de las Americas in July?
The sea around Playa de las Americas averages 22.1°C in July, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 21°C to 23°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Playa de las Americas in July?
Playa de las Americas 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 1997 (6 mm) and the driest was 1994 (0 mm).
How sunny is Playa de las Americas in July?
Playa de las Americas gets around 12.9 hours of sunshine a day in July out of 13.6 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Playa de las Americas compare with the UK in July?
Playa de las Americas is on average 4.1°C warmer than London by day in July (25.9°C against 21.8°C).
What is the hottest July on record in Playa de las Americas?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day in Playa de las Americas reached 38.8°C on 2007-07-28, and the coldest night dropped to 15.5°C on 1992-07-08.
How much warmer is it than London in July?
The average daytime high is 25.9°C, compared with 21.8°C in London, a difference of 4.1°C. That is a noticeable step up in warmth, especially alongside the long sunny days, without meaning that every afternoon brings extreme heat.
Will I need a jacket in the evening?
A light layer is sensible, but heavy evening clothing is unlikely to be useful. The average night low is 20.4°C, although the coolest nights can fall to 17.4°C or lower. Pack mainly for warmth, with something extra for sitting outside late.
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 Playa de las Américas. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.4 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