Cannes in July

In July, Cannes averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night, with only about 3 rainy days.

Peak season

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Skies are generally dry and clear.

July is a great month to visit Cannes: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

29°C
Avg high
21°C
Avg low
3
Rain days
16 mm
Rainfall

How July compares to the rest of the year in Cannes

2nd
warmest month of the 12
12th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
15 h 7 min
daylight on the 15th

July is one of the warmest months in Cannes (2nd of 12) and one of the driest months (12th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 9°C above the annual average (20°C). July runs 3°C warmer than June (26°C) and stays flat into August.

July sunrise & sunset in Cannes

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:04 AM
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Sunset (15th)
9:11 PM
Day length
15 h 7 min

Times shown for Cannes local time (Europe/Paris), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Cannes — July

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in Cannes's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:04 AM – 5:44 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:44 AM – 6:44 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
8:31 PM – 9:31 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
9:31 PM – 10:11 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Cannes in July

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Peak season) and Cannes's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-5 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Reasonable selection still available at 3-4 months out, but central locations vanish first.
⚠ Mediterranean coastal accommodations are at absolute peak; rentals near beaches book 6-10 months out, especially Italy / Spain / Greece.

July in France — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

🇫🇷
Bastille Day Window
Festival · low impact

July 14 — France's national day. Parades on the Champs-Élysées, evening fireworks, public transit reroutes in Paris.

Plan: Plan to be in Paris itself for the day if you want the fireworks; expect some museums to close on the 14th.

Crowds & pricing — July in Cannes

Peak season

Cannes is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather Northern Hemisphere summer holidays beach-season conditions

Sun & mosquito risk — July in Cannes

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
11.8
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●○○
Moderate
Active mosquito season. DEET 25-30% repellent recommended, especially at dawn/dusk.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Cannes in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 12°C / 54°F 5°C / 41°F 62 mm 6
February 13°C / 56°F 6°C / 42°F 69 mm 8
March 16°C / 60°F 7°C / 45°F 54 mm 6
April 18°C / 64°F 10°C / 50°F 56 mm 6
May 21°C / 70°F 14°C / 57°F 49 mm 8
June 26°C / 79°F 19°C / 65°F 35 mm 6
July 29°C / 84°F 21°C / 70°F 16 mm 3
August 29°C / 84°F 21°C / 70°F 25 mm 4
September 26°C / 78°F 18°C / 64°F 38 mm 5
October 21°C / 70°F 14°C / 58°F 120 mm 8
November 17°C / 62°F 10°C / 49°F 166 mm 10
December 14°C / 56°F 7°C / 44°F 81 mm 7

Other cities with similar July weather

🌍 See the full ranked list of climate twins for Cannes in July →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Cannes in July?

In July, Cannes averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Cannes in July?

July is generally dry in Cannes, with about 3 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Cannes?

July is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Cannes in July?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full July packing list for Cannes for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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