Where to chase the sun in July?
If you like the sun on your holidays, July is the month for you! Many destinations offer at least 10 hours a day of sunshine, and temperatures start hitting their peak.
Las Vegas is a fantastic choice if you’re not afraid of the heat, with an average temperature of 40 °C in July. New York City is another US destination heating up, hitting nearly 30 °C this month.
Where is the hottest place in Europe in July?
July is one of Europe’s warmest months, with Florence hitting an average temperature of 32 °C. Crete isn’t far behind at 29.5 °C and 12 hours of sunshine, making it a fantastic choice if you want to soak up some rays. Lisbon, Barcelona and Nice are all over 27 °C, perfect for a short city break.
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On average, some of the hottest destinations to visit in July are:
Source: MetOffice
| Destination | Average temperature in July |
Average hours of sunshine in July |
Average flight time from the UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 40 °C | 12 hours | 10 hours 20 minutes |
| Florence | 32 °C | 11 hours | 2 hours 10 minutes |
| New York | 29.9 °C | 10 hours | 8 hours 30 minutes |
| Crete | 29.5 °C | 12 hours | 4 hours |
| Tenerife | 28.9 °C | 11 hours | 4 hours 30 minutes |
| Majorca | 28.6 °C | 11 hours | 2 hours 20 minutes |
| Lisbon | 28.3 °C | 12 hours | 2 hours 40 minutes |
| Barcelona | 28.2 °C | 10 hours | 2 hours 10 minutes |
| Nice | 27.4 °C | 11 hours | 2 hours 10 minutes |
| Prague | 23.9 °C | 8 hours | 1 hour 55 minutes |
Looking to escape the heat this July?
If you’re hoping to avoid the higher temperatures in July, there are still plenty of fantastic places to choose from.
Amsterdam – Netherlands
With a comfortable July average of 22 °C, Amsterdam is an excellent idea if you’re looking for a cooler city break in Europe. With loads of museums and cafes to explore, it’s a beautiful place to see on foot or by bicycle.
Dublin – Ireland
The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin, is both familiar and new all at once. Wander around the famous Trinity College grounds, or take a day trip and kiss the Blarney stone. With an average temperature of 20 °C, July is still very comfortable in Ireland.
Reykjavík – Iceland
If you want to cool down, where better than Iceland? The island’s capital city, Reykjavík, has an average temperature of just 13 °C, even in July. Thanks to its location in the Arctic Circle, Iceland enjoys up to 20 hours of sunshine this month. Make sure you pack a sleep mask.
Wherever your trips in July take you, remember to buy Comprehensive Travel Insurance as soon as you book your holiday.
