Montevideo in July

In July, Montevideo averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 14 days of the month see precipitation (110 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

July is one of the wetter and less comfortable months in Montevideo. If your dates are flexible, consider a different time of year.

14°C
Avg high
9°C
Avg low
14
Rain days
110 mm
Rainfall

How July compares to the rest of the year in Montevideo

12th
warmest month of the 12
7th
wettest month of the 12
11%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
10 h 1 min
daylight on the 15th

July is one of the coolest months in Montevideo (12th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (7th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 6°C below the annual average (20°C). July runs roughly the same as June (15°C) and warms a further 2°C into August (16°C).

July sunrise & sunset in Montevideo

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:49 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:51 PM
Day length
10 h 1 min

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

Photography light in Montevideo — July

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:49 AM – 7:29 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:29 AM – 8:29 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:11 PM – 6:11 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:11 PM – 6:51 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 — Montevideo 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 (Shoulder) and Montevideo's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — July in Montevideo

Shoulder

Montevideo is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — July in Montevideo

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
6.1
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

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.

Sea temperature in Montevideo — July

11.1°C (52°F)
very cold
thick wetsuit; tolerable only for short dips

Across the year Montevideo's sea swings from 11.1°C (July) to 24.7°C (January) — July sits at 11.1°C.

Montevideo in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 27°C / 80°F 20°C / 68°F 84 mm 14
February 26°C / 79°F 20°C / 67°F 99 mm 15
March 24°C / 75°F 18°C / 64°F 83 mm 16
April 21°C / 70°F 16°C / 60°F 103 mm 14
May 17°C / 63°F 12°C / 54°F 83 mm 14
June 15°C / 58°F 9°C / 49°F 66 mm 13
July 14°C / 57°F 9°C / 48°F 110 mm 14
August 16°C / 60°F 10°C / 49°F 91 mm 12
September 17°C / 62°F 11°C / 51°F 77 mm 12
October 19°C / 66°F 13°C / 55°F 90 mm 15
November 22°C / 72°F 16°C / 60°F 76 mm 12
December 25°C / 77°F 18°C / 65°F 70 mm 13

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Montevideo in July?

In July, Montevideo averages a high of 14°C (57°F) and a low of 9°C (48°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Montevideo in July?

July can be fairly wet in Montevideo, with about 14 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Montevideo?

July is cool but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Montevideo in July?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full July packing list for Montevideo for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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